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This volume consists of two parts, the Liturgy and the Htmxs — 
for the use ot the Protestant Church of the United or Mora- 
vian Brethren. 

The former has been slightly modified, in conformity with the 
sanction, granted by the General Synod, held at Herrnhut, in the 
year 1848. 

The collection of Hymns consists partly of translations from the 
German, (marked by an asterisk,) and partly of original compositions. 

In presenting to our American Congregations this revised Edition, 

— * ve acknowledge our indebtedness to the improved and enlarged col- 

jction of Hymns, published in 1849 by our Brethren in England, 

herein they were aided by the valuable services of Brother James 
r iVtoNTGOMERx, towhomhis brethren are thus under lasting obligations. 

By the omission of hymns of inferior merit, or but seldom used on 
"count of their tunes, the size and cost of the present volume have 
een reduced; while, at the same time, a selection of new hymns 
<as been added from the above edition, published in London. 

The former numbers of the hymns, retained from the late Ameri- 
can edition, are re-inserted in brackets. 

The numbers of the tunes correspond with those of the Tune 
Book, published by Brother Peter Wolle, for the use of our Church 
in this country. 

{Some of the hymns, in the present edition, have been adapted to 
more familiar tunes. 

From the Preface to the London Edition of 1849, we subjoin, in 
substance, the following remarks. It is hoped, that the introduction 
of new hymns in the ordinary metres, however excellent and well- 
adapted for public worship, may not tend to bring into disuse the 
more characteristic psalmody of our own Church, with its noble 
melodies. — 

The nature of our services warrants the use of a great variety of 
metre; and the decline among us of the ability or the inclination, to 



iv. PREFACE. 

turn this variety to proper account, would be greatly deplored. Every 
effort should be made to prevent it, or to stay its progress, by teach- 
ing our children and young people to sing our tunes, and by using, 
en all suitable occasions, the hymns and melodies referred to. This 
may be done, especially in the liturgical services, peculiar to the 
Brethren's Unity, in which,— in conformity with the precept of the 
apostle (Col. 3, 16,) we endeavor to render this beautiful portion of 
divine worship a vehicle, not only of praise and prayer, but also of 
mutual instruction, comfort and edification. — 

May all who use these Hymns, experience at all times the happy 
effects of compliance with the apostolic injunction, (Eph. 5, 18, 19,) — 
-•'Be filled with the Spirit; speaking to yourselves in psalms, and 
hymns, and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your 
heart to the Lord." Yea, may they anticipate, while here below, 
though in an humble and imperfect strain, the song of the blessed 
above, who, being redeemed out of every kindred, and tongue, and 
people, and nation, and having washed their robes and made them 
white in the blood of the Lamb, are standing before the throne, and 
singing in perfect harmony with the myriads of angels that surround 
it : (Rev. 5, 9 to 12 ; and 7, 9 to 14.) " Worthy is the Lamb that 
was slain, to receive power, and riches, and wisdom, and strength. 
$&d honor, and glory, and blessing, for ever and ever. Amen." 



CONTENTS. 



m Lvidamus . 

THE LTTimoT. 

(ml rch Litany ...... 

Doxology ....-•- 

Raster Morning Litany .... 

Litanies at Baptism — Children. No. 1 . 

Children, No. 2 . 

Adults .... 

Adults from the Heathen 
Confirmation ....-- 

The Holy Communion . . . • • 

Ordinations . 

Doxologies at Ordination? .... 

Matrimony ...... 

Litanies at Burials, No. 1 .... 

' No. 2 

SUBJECTS OF THE HYMNS. 

I. The Word of God .... 

II. The Fall and Redemption of Man . 

1 M. The Incarnation and Birth of Jesns Oftrist 

IV. The name of Jesus, and his Walk on Earth 

V. The Sufferings and Death of Jesus Christ 

VI. The Resurrection of Christ from the Grave 

VII. The Ascension of Christ 

VI 1 ! . God, as Creator and Preserver of the World 

IX. The Father, Sea. and Holy Ghost 

\. ( ur Heavenly Father 

XJ. Jesus Christ/ the Sou of God 

XI J. The Holy Ghost his Gifts and Operations 

XIII. Sol's Call of Grace to the Unconverted 

a I V . Repentance unto Life. 

XV. Faith ..... 

XV i . The Forgiveness of Sins 

XV ij. The Surrender of the Heart to Jesus 

XVIII. Communion with Christ 

XIX. Happiness of the Children of God 

XX. Gratitude for our Salvation 

XXL The Love of Jesus .... 

XXII. Love to Jesus .... 

XXT1L Brotherly Love, and Union of Spirit 

XXIV. Following Jesus, and Bearing his Reproach 

XXV. Se]i : knowledge. and Sighing for Grace 

XXVI. Sanetincaticn .... 

XXVII. Humility. Simplicity, and Growth in Grace 
XXVH1. Patience, and Confidence in God . 

XXIX. Praise and Thanksgiving 

XXX. Prayer and Supplication 

XXXI. Public Worship, and the Lord's Day 

XXXII. The Christian Church 
XXXI IJ. For Festal Occasions 

XXXI V. The Servants of Christ 

XXXV. The Spread of the Gospel . 

XXXVI. Holy Baptism .... 

XXXVII. The Holy Communion 

XXXVIII. Hymns for different Ages and Stations in Life 

XXXIX. Hymns for Various Occasions 
XL. Death and the Resurrection 
XL1. I he Last Judgment 

XJJJ . The Church Triumphant 



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xxvi. 
xxvii. 
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191 
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347 
371 
388 
403 
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470 
495 
517 
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TE DEUM LAUDAMU8. 



Wc praise thee, O God ; — wc acknowledge thee to be the Lord. 

All the earth, doth worship thee, — The Father everlasting. 
To thee all angels cry aloud, — the heavens and all the powers therein* 

To thee cherubim and seraphim — continually do cry. 
Holy, holy, holy, — Lord God of Sabaoth ; 

Heaven and earth are full— of the majesty of thy glory. 
The glorious company of the apostles — praise thee. 

The goodly fellowship of the prophets — -praise thre. 
The noble army of martyrs — praise thee, 

The holy church throughout all the world doth acknowledge thee. — 
the Father of an infinite nmjr-.sty, 
Thine honourable, true and only Son, — also the HoK Ghost, the 
Comforter. 
Thou art the King of glory, Christ ; — thou art the ever lasting 
Son of the Father. 
When thou tookest upon thee to deliver man, — thou didst not abhor 

the Virgin's womb. 
When thou hadst overcome the sharpness of death. — thou didst open 

the kingdom of heaven to all believers. 
Thou sittest at the right hand of God. — in the glory of the Father, 

We believe that thou shall come— to be our Judge. 
We therefore pray thee, help thy servants, — whom thou hast re- 
deemed with thy precious blood; 
Make them to be numbered with thy saints, — in glory everlasting* 
O Lord, save thy people, and bless thine heritage : — govern them, 
and lift them up forever. 
Day by day, we magnify thee, — and we worship thy name ever, 
world without end. 
Vouchsafe, O Lord, — to keep us this day Without sin. 

O Lord, have mercy upon us, — have mercy upon us. 
O Lord, let thy mercy lighten upon us : — as our trust is in thee. 
O Lord, in thee have I trusted ,- — let me never be confounded. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son,— and to the Holy Gho«t : 
As it was in the beginning, is now. and ever shall be — -world 
without end: Amen. 



L I T U R G ¥ 

OF THE 

C H I! R G H OF T H E U N I T B T) B R E T B B K N 
THE CHURCH LITANY. 



Lord, have mercy upon us. 

Christ, have mercy upon as. 
Lord, have mercy upon us. 
Christ, hear us, 
Lord. Lord (rod, merciful and gracious, long-suffering, and abund- 
ant in goodness and truth, keeping mercy for thousands, forgiving 
iniquity and transgression and sin, and that will hy no means clear 
the guilty ; (Exod. xxxiv. 6, 7.) 

Incline thine ear and hear: for we do net present our supplications 
before thee for our righteousnesses, hut for thy *great mercies. 

t^aniel ix. 18.) 
Lord God, our Fatheii, which art in heaven. 

lit flowed be thy name ; thy kingdom come ,- 'thy will he don* in 
earth, as it is in heaven ; give us this day our daily tread; and 
forgive us our trespasses, as wc forgive them that trespass against 
us ; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil ; for 
thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and 
tvtr : Amen. 

Lord God, Son, thou Saviour of the world. 

Be gracious unto us. 
Lord God, Holy Ghost, 
Abide vjith us forever. 

r. 22. Most holy blessed Trinity. 

We praise tbee to eternity. :j|: :': 

T. 132: p. 2. Thou Lamb 6hce *lain. our God and Lord. 
To needy prayers thine ear afford. 

Iriti ott us ail have merer. 

From coldness to thy merits and death. 

From error and misunderstanding, 

From the loss of our glory in thee, 

From the unhappy desire of becoming great. 

From selfccemplaeency. 



viii. CHURCH LITANY. 

From untimely projects. 

Prom needless perplexity; 

From the murdering spirit and devices of Satan, 

From the influence of the spirit of this world. 

From hypocrisy and fanaticism, 

Prom the dcceitfulness of sin, 

From all sin, 

Preserve us y gracious Lord and God. 
By all the merits of thy life. 
By thy human birth and circumcision. 
By thy obedience, diligence, and faithfulness, 
By thy humility, meekness, and patience, 
By thy extreme poverty. 
By thy holy baptism. 

By thy watching, fasting, and temptations. 
By thy griefs and sorrows 
By thy prayers and tears, 
By thy having been despised and rej cted. 

Bless and com fori us, gracious Lord and (xod. 
By thine agony and bloody sweat. 
By thy bonds and seourgings. 
By thy crown of thorns. 
By thy cross and passion. 
By thy sacred wounds and precious blood. 
By thy dying words, 
By thy atoning death. 
By thy rest in the grave. 
By thy glorious resurrection and ascension, 
By thy sitting at the right hand of God. 
By thy sending the Holy Ghost, 
By thy prevailing intercession. 
By thy holy sacraments, 

By thy divine presence, x (Matt, xxviii. 20.) 

By thy coming again to thy Church on earth, or our being called 
home to thee, 

Bless and comfort us, gracious Lord and God* 

■t: 96. We hunibiy pray with one accord, 
Kcmeoiber us. most gracious Lord: 
Think on thy sufferings, wounds, and erosf. 
And how by death thou savedst us : 
For this is all our hope and pica. 
In time and in eternity. 

We poor sinners pray ,• 

Hear us, gracious Lord and (Jod. 



OHURCH T.ITANY. ix. 

&u'ie and lead thy holy Christian church ; 

Increase the knowledge of the mystery of Christ, and diminish mis- 
apprehensions; 

Make the word of the cross universal among those who are called b\ 
thy name ; 

Unite all the children of God in one spirit; (John xi. 52.) 

Abide their only Shepherd, High-priest, and Saviour; 

Send faithful labourers into thy harvest; (Matt. ix. 38.) 

Give spirit and power to preach thy word ; 

Preserve unto us the word of reconciliation till the end of days ; 

And through the Holy Ghost, daily glorify the merits of thy life, suf- 
ifigs, and death ; 

Hear us, gracious Lord and God* 

Prevent or destroy all designs and schemes of Satan, -and defend u* 

against his accusation; (Rev. xii. 10.) 

For the sake of that peace which we have with thee, may we, as 

much as iieth in us, live peaceably with all men ; (Rom. xii. 18.) 
Grant us to bless them that curse us, and to do good to them that 

hate us ; (Matt. v. 44.) 

Have mercy upon our slanderers and persecutors, and lay not this 

sin to their charge; (Acts vii. 60.) 

Hinder all schisms and offences ; 
Put far from thy people all deceivers and seducers ; 
Bring back those who have erred, or have been seduced ; 
Grant love and unity to all our congregations : 

Hear us, gracious Lord and God. 

Thou Light and Desire of ah nations, (Malt. iv. 16; Hag. ii. 7.) 

Watch over thy messengers both by land and sea ; 

Prosper the endeavours of ail thy servants, to spread thy gospel among 

heathen nations ; 
Accompany the word of their testimony concerning thy atonement. 

with demonstration of the. Spirit, and of power ; (1 Cor. ii. 4.) 

Bless our, and all other Christian congregations gathered from among 

the heathen ; 
Keep them as the apple of thine eye ; (Deut. xxxii. 10.) 

Have mercy on thy ancient covenant-people, the Jews ; deliver them 

from their blindness ; (Rom. xi. 25, 26.) 

And bring all nations to the saving knowledge of thee: 

Hear us, gracious I^ord and God. 

O praise the Lord, all ye heathen : 
Praise him, all yu nations. 



x. CHURCH LITANY. 

Give to thy people open doors to preach the gospel, and sit thorn to 
thy praise on earth ; [Rex: iii, 8.) 

'Grant to all bishops and ministers of the church soundness of doctrine 
and holiness of life, and preserve them therein ; (Tit. i, 7, ii. 1.) 

Help ali elders to rule well, especially those who labour in the word 
and doctrine ; that they may feed thy church, which thou hast pur- 
chased with thine own blood : (1 Tim. v. 17 : Acts xv. 28.) 
Hear us, gracious Lord and God. 

Watch graciously over all government*, and hear our intercession; 
for them; (1 Tim. ii. 1,2.) 

Grant and preserve unto them thoughts of peace and concord ; 

We beseech thee especially, to pour down thy blessings in a plentiful 
manner upon the President of the United States, and the Govern' 
ors of the individual States of the Union; upon both Houses of 
Congress, and the respective State Legislatures, whenever assem- 
bled. Direct and prosper all their councils and undertakings to 
the promotion of thy glory, the propagation of the gospel, and the 
safety and welfare of this country. 

Guide and protect the magistrates of the land wherein we dwell, and 
ail that are put in authority ; and grant us to 'cad under them a 
quiet and peaceable life, in all godliness and Honesty ; 

* (1 Tim.ii. 2.) 
Hear us, gracious Lord and God. 

Teach us to ubmit ourselves to every ordinance of man for thy sake; 

and to seek the peace of the places where we dwell : 

(1 Pet. ii. 13; Jer. xxht. 7.) 
Grant them blessing and prosperity ; 
Prevent war, and the effusion of human blood ; 
Preserve the land from distress by fire and water, hail and tempest, 

plague, pestilence, and famine ; 
Let the earth be like a field which the Lord blesseth ; 
Give peace and salvation, O God, to this land, and to all that dwell 

therein : 

Hear us. gracious Lord and God. 

TO BE PRAYED IN TIME OE WAR. 
[Grant, O Lord, unto the President of the United States, in these 

times of danger, thy gracious counsel, that in all things he may 

approve himself the father of the people ; 
Be thou the gracious Protector of these States?, and of our feliow-eiti- 

zens in all parts of the world ; 



CHURCH LITANY. xi. 

Turn the hearts of our enemies ; defeat ever} T evil design against us ; 
and continue to show thy tender mercy unto these United States, 
as thou hast done in the days past ; 
Cause us to bow down before thee, to confess our sins, and to 
acknowledge with contrite hearts, that it is of thy mercies that 
we are not consumed ; (Lam. iii. 22.) 

Stop in thy tender mercy the effusion of human blood, and make 

discord and wars to cease ; 
To this end, put into the hearts of the rulers of the nations thoughts 
of peace, that we may see it soon established, to the glory of thy 
name : 

Hear us, gracious Lord and God.] 
T. Te Peum, p. 2.* Promote, we pray, thy servants' good. 

Redeem d with thy most precious blood : 
Among thy saints make us ascend 
To glory that shall never end: 
Lord, have mercy on us all, 
Have mercy on us when we call : 
Lord, we have put our trust in thee, 
Confounded let us never he : Amen. 

Supply, O Lord, we pray thee, all the wants of thy Church ; 

Let all things be conducted among us in such a manner, that we pro- 
vide things honest, not only in the sight of the Lord, but also in 
the sight of men ; (2 Cor. viii. 21 .) 

Bless the sweat of the brow, and faithfulness in business ; 

Let none entangle himself with the affairs of this life ; (2 Tim. ii. 4.) 

But may all our labour of body and mind be hallowed unto thee : 
Bear us, gracious Lord and God. 

O thou Preserver of men, (Job vii. 20.) 

Send help to all that are in distress or danger ; 

Strengthen and uphold those who suffer bonds and persecution for 
the sake of the gospel ; (Heb. xiii. 3.) 

Defend, and provide for fatherless children, and widows, and all who 
are desolate and oppressed ; (Ps. Ixviii. 5.) 

Be the support of the aged ; (Is. xlvi. 4.) 

Make the bed of the sick, and, in the midst of suffering, let them feel 
that thou lovest them ; (Ps. xli. 3.) 

And when thou takest away men's breath, that they die, then remem- 
ber, t^hat thou hast died, not for our sins only, but also for the sins 
of the whole world ; (1 John ii. 2 ; Rom. v. 18.) 

Hear us, gracious Lord and God. 

O Lord, thou who art over all, God blessed for ever, (Rom. ix. 5.) 

Be the Saviour of all men; (1 Tim. iv. 10,) 

* Tune Book, page 110. 



Mi, CHURCH LITANY. 

Yea, have mercy on thy whole creation; (Rom. viii. 19. 23.) 

For thou earnest, by thyself to reconcile all things unto God, whether 

things in earth, or things in heaven : (Col. 1. 20 ; Eph. ii. IB.) 

Hear us, gracious Lord and God, 

Thou Saviour of thy body, the church, (Eph. v. 23.) 

Bless, sanctity, and preserve every member, through the truth ; 

(John xvii. 17.) 
Grant that each, in every age and station, may enjoy the powerful 
and sanctifying merits of thy holy humanity ; and make us chaste 
before thee in soul and body ; 
Let our children he brought up in thy nurture and admonition ; 

(Eph.vi. 4.) 

Pour out thy Holy Spirit on all thy servants and. handmaids ; 

(Acts ii. 18.) 
Purify our souls, in obeying the truth, through the Spirit, unto un- 
feigned love of the brethren : (1 Pet. i. 22.) 

Hear us, gracious Lord and God. 

Keep us in everlasting fellowship with the church triumphant, and 
let us rest together in thy presence from our labours : 

Hear us, gracious Lord and God. 

Christ, almighty God, 

Have mercy upon us. 
thou Lamb of God, which takest away the sin of the world, 

Own us to be thine, (John i. 29.) 

(1 thou Lamb of God, which takest away the sin of the world. 

Be joyful over us. 
I) thou Lamb of God, which takest away the sin of the world. 

Leave thy peace vnth us. 

O Christ, hear us. 

Lord y have mercy upon us. 
Christ, have mercy upon us. 

Lord, have merjsy upon us, 



D O X O L O G Y 



TO BE USED ON FESTAL OCCASIONS. 



?\\TO the Lamb that was slain, (Rev. v. 12.) 

And hath redeemed us out of all nations of the earth ; (Rev. v. 9.) 

Unto the Lord who purchased our souls for himself: (Acts xx. 28.) 

Unto that Frknd who loved us, — and iv ashed us from our sins 

in his own blood ; (Rev. i. 5.) 

Who died for us once, (Rom, vi. 10, II ; 2 Cor. v. 15.) 

That we might die unto sin ,« (1 Pet. ii. 24.) 

Who rose for us, 

That we also might rise ; (1 Cor. xv,) 

Who ascended for us into heaven, 

To prepare a place for us ,- (John xiv. 2, 3.) 

Choir. And to whom are subjected the angeis. and powers, and do- 
minions ; (1 Pet. iii. 22.) 

To Him be glory at all times, 

In the church that waiteth for him, — and in that which is around 
him, 

Choir. From everlasting to everlasting: Amen. 

Mi:v. Little children, abide in him; that when he shall appear, we 
may have confidence, and not be ashamed before him at his 
coming. (I John ii. 28.) 

t, 36. p. 2. In none but him alone T trust for ever. 
In him, my Saviour, 

The Lord bless thee, and keep thee; 

The Lord make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee 
The Lord iift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace; 
In the name of Jesus : Amen, 



EASTER MORNING LITANY. 

I kklieve in the One only God, Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, 
who created all things by Jesus Christ, and was in Christ, reconciling 
the world unto himself. 

I believe in God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath 
chosen us in him before the foundation of the world; 

Who hath delivered us from the power of darkness, and hath 
translated us into the kingdom of his dear Son; 

Who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places 
in Christ ; 

Who hath made us meet to be partakers of the inheritance of the 
saints in light: having predestinated us unto the adoption of children 
by Jesus Christ to himself, according to the good pleasure of his will, 
to the praise of the glory of his grace, wherein he hath made us ac- 
cepted in the Beloved. 

This I verily believe. 

We thank thee, O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because thou 
hast hid these things from the wise and prudent, and hast revealed 
them unto babes: even so, Father; for so it seemed good in thy sight. 

Father, glorify thy name. 

Our Father ivhich art in heaven, hallowed be thy name ; thy 
kingdom come,- thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven ; give 
us this day our daily bread ; and forgive us our trespasses, as we 
forgive them that trespass against us ; and lead us not into tempta- 
tion, but deliver z/s from evil : for thine is the kingdom, and the 
power, and the glory, for ever and ever ': Amen. 

I believe in the name of the only begotten Son of God, by whom 
are all things, and we through him ; 

I believe, that he was made flesh, and dwelled among us ; and took 
on him the form of a servant ; 

By the overshadowing of the Holy Ghost, was conceived of the 
Virgin Mary ; as the children are partakers of flesh and blood, he 
also himself likewise took part of the same; was born of a woman; 

And being found in fashion as a man, was tempted in all points 
like as we are, yet without sin : 

For he is the Lord, the Messenger of the covenant, whom we de- 
light in. The Lord and his Spirit hath sent him to proclaim the 
acceptable year of the Lord : 

JJ e spoke that which he did know, and testified that which he had 



EASTER MORNING LITANY. *▼. 

seen : us many as received him, to them gave he power to becottte 
the sons of God. 

Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world, 

Suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried ; 

The third day rose again from the dead, and with him many bodies 
of the saints which slept; 

Ascended into heavea, astd sifcteth on the throne of the Father ; 
whence he will come, m 3ike manner as he was seen going into 
heaven. 

t. 58. p. 2. Amen, come, Lord Jesns x , come we implore thee: 
With loiighsg he&rte ^e now are waiting for thee; 
€ep.e S0<£», come. 

The Lord will descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice 
«&f the archangel, and with the trump of God, to judge both the quick 
and the dead. 

This is my Lord, who redeemed me, a lost and undone human 
creature, purchased and gained me from sin, from death, and from 
the power of the devil ; 

Not with gold or silver, but with his holy precious blood, and with 
his innocent suffering and dying; 

To the end that I should be his own, and in his kingdom live under 
him and serve him, in eternal righteousness, innocence, and happiness ; 

So as he, being risen from the dead, liveth and reigneth, world 
without end. 

This I most certainly believe* 

1 Believe in the Holy Ghost, who proceedefh from the Father, and 
whom our Lord Jesus Christ sent, after he went away, that he should 
abide with ns for ever; 

That he should comfort us, as a mother comforteth her children ; 

That lie should help our infirmities, and make intercession for us 
with groanings which cannot be uttered ; 

That he should bear witness with our spirit, that we are the children 
of God, and teach \m to cry, Abba, Father ; 

That he should shed abroad in our hearts the love of God, and make 
our bodies his holy temple; 

And that he should work all in all, dividing to every man severalty 
as he will. 

To him be glory in the church, which is in Christ Jesus, the holy, 
universal Christian church, in the communion of saints, at all times, 
and from eternity to eternity. Amen. 

I believe, that by my own reason and strength, I cannot believe in 
Jesus Christ my Lord, or come to him 4 



vn. EASTER MORNING LITANY, 

But that the Holy Ghost calieth me by the gospel, enlightens fr 
me with his gifts, sanctifieth and preserveth me in the true faith : 

Even as he calieth, gathereth, enlighteneth, and sanctifieth the 
whole church on earth, which he kcepeth by Jesus Christ in the 
only true faith ; 

In which Christian church, God forgivcth me and every believer- 
ail sin daily and abundantly. 

This J assuredly believe. 

I believe, that by holy baptism I am embodied as a member of the 
church of Christ, which he hath loved, and for which he gave himself 
that he might sanctify and cleanse it with the washing of water by 
the word. Amen. 

In this communion of saints my lakh is placed upon my Lord ami 
Saviour Jesus Christ, who died for us, and shed his blood on ih* 
cross for the remission of sins, and who hath granted unto me hi* 
body and blood in the Lord's Supper, as a pledge of grace; as the 
Scripture saith, Our Lord Jesus Christ, the same night in which he 
was betrayed, took bread : and when he had given thanks, he brake- 
it, and gave it to his disciples, and said, Take, eat: this is my 
body which is given for you ; this do in remembrance of me. After 
the same manner also, our Lord Jesus Christ, when he had supped, 
took the cup, gave thanks, and gave it to them, saying. Drink ye a!£ 
of it; this is my blood, the blood of the New Testament, which is shed 
for you, and for many, for the remission of sios. This do ye, as oft 
as ye drink it, in remembrance of me. Amen, 

I have a desire to depart, and to be with Christ, which is far better ; 
I shall never taste death ; yes, I shall attain unto the resurrection of 
the dead : for the body which I shall put off, this grain of corrupti- 
bility, shall put on incorrtiption : my flesh shall rest in hope. 

And the God of peace, that brought again from the dead our Lord 
Jesus, that great Shepherd of the sheep, through the blood of th© 
everlasting covenant, shall also quicken these our mortal bodies, if s» 
be that the Spirit of God hath dwelled in them. Amen* 
We poor sinners prug, 

Hear us, gracious Lord and God; 

And keep us in everlasting fellowship with our brethren, amf with 
dur sisters, who have entered into the joy of the Lord ; 

Also with the servants and handmaids of our church, whom tho« 
bast called home in the past year, and with the whole church triumph- 
ant ; and let us rest together in tlvy presence from our labours. Amen. 

t. [5. They are at rest in lasting bliss, 
Beholding Christ our Saviour : 
Our bumble expectation \a 
Xq live with him for ever. 



LITANIES AT BAPTISM. xvii. 

Glory be to Him who is the Resurrection and the Life ; He was 
dead, and behold, He is alive for evermore ; And he that believeth in 
Him, though he were dead, yet shall he live. 

Glory be to Him in the church which waiteth for Him, and in 
that which is around Him ; for ever and ever. Amen. 

t. 151. p. 2. Grant us to lean unshaken 
Upon thy faithfulness, 
Until we hence are taken 
To see thee face to face. 

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the 
communion of the Holy Ghost, be with us all. Amen. 



LITANIES AT BAPTISM. 



BAPTISM OF CHILDREN. No, 1. 

After the singhig of a suitable hymn, and a short discourse. 
Christ, thou Lamb of God, which takest away the sin of the -world, 

Leave thy peace with us .-. Amen, 
By thy holy sacramente, 

Bless us, gracious Lord and God. 

Baptism is the answer of a good conscience towards God, who hath 
saved us by the washing of regeneration and renewing of the Holy 
Ghost, which is shed on us abundantly through Jesus Christ our 
Saviour. 

Children, also, may be made partakers of this grace ; 

For Christ hath said, Suffer little children to come unto me, and 
forbid them not, for of such is the kingdom of heaven. 

t. 90. An infant we present to thee, — As thy redeemed property, 

And thee most fervently entreat, — Thyself this child to consecrate 
By baptism, and its soul to bless, — Out o|the fullness of thy grace. 

(The child having been brought in, the minister offers up a prayer.) 
Ye who are baptized into Christ Jesus, how were ye baptized ? 

Into his death. 
N. N., into the death of Jesus I baptize thee, in the name of the 
Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. 

(During the imposition of hands the minister continues ;) 
Now art thou buried with him by baptism into his death ; 
In the name of Jesus : Amen. 
2 



-xviir. BAPTISM OF CHILDREN". 

Now therefore live, yet not thou, bat Christ live in thee ;: and the 
life which thou now livest in the flesh, live by the faith of the Son of 
God, who loved thee, and gave himself for thee,. 

t. 132. p. 2. This grant according to thy word, 
Thro' Jesus Christ our only Loret, 
Father, Son, and. Spirit. 

The Lord bless thee, and keep thee ;■■ 

The Lord make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee ^ 
The Lord lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace ^ 
hi the name of Xesus .• Amen*. 



(Questions which may be put to the children and answered by themi 
1 . What is baptism 1 

2U May children also be made partakers of this grace T_ 
3. What is the ground of this hope 7 , 



BAPTISM OF CHILDREN, No. 2, 



After the singing of a suitable hymn, and a short discourse. 
thou Lamb of God, which takest away the sin of the world. 

Have mercy upon us, and give uh thy peace. 
By all the merits of thy life, sufferings, death, and resurrection. 

Bless us, gracious Lord and God. 
Baptism was instituted by our Lord Jesus Christ, who said unto his 
disciples, Go ye, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of 
the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost : teaching them to 
observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you* 

He also gave this promise, He that belie veth and is-baptized shall be 
saved. 

In baptism, we have assurance of the forgiveness and washing away 
of sin, by tho blood of Jesus Christ, who loved the church, and gave 
"himself for it, that he might sanctify and cleanse it with the washing 
of water by the word. 

As many of us as have been baptised into Christ have put on jChrisk 

t. 22. The Saviour's blood and righteousness 
Our beauty is, our glorious dress ; 
Thus well array'd we need not fear, 
When in his presence we appear. 

i/hildren, also, may be made partakers of this graces 



BAPTISM OF ADULTS. xix. 

For Christ hath said, Suffer little children to come unto me, and 
forbid them not, for of such is the kingdom of heaven. 

(The child having been brought in, the minister offers up a prayer.) 
Ye who are baptized into Christ Jesus, how were ye baptized ! 

Into his death* 
N. N., into the death of Jesus I baptize thee, in the name of the 
Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. 

(Iftiring the imposition of hands the minister continues :) 
Now art thou buried with him by baptism into his death ; 
In the name of Jesus : Amen* 

Now therefore live, yet not thou, but Christ live in thee; and the 
life which thou now livest in the flesh, live by the faith of the Son of 
God, who loved thee, and gave himself for thee. 

T. 58. That our LorcPs views with Him may be attain'd. 
We now commend this child,, with faith unfeign'd ; 
To the Father's blessing, to the Son's favour. 
The Holy Spirit's guidance, now and ever: 

Hear us, Lord. 

The Lord bless thee, &c. 



(Questions which may be put to the children and answered by them-} 

1. Who instituted baptism ] 

2. What promise did he give T 

*ir What assurance have we in baptism T 



BAPTISM OF ADULTS, 



1. 22. Christ, the almighty Son of God, 

Took on him human flesh and blood, 
And willingly gave up his breath 
To save us from eternal death. 
^Prai*»e %o the Father, and the Son, — And Holy Spirit, Three in One, 
That we're from condemnation freed, — Since Christ our ransom fully paid. 

(After a short discourse follow these petitions.) 
Lord God, Our Father which art in heaven, 
Hallowed be thy name ; thy kingdom come ; thy will be done m 
earth, as it is in heaven ,- give us this day our daily bread ; mid 
forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive them that trespass against 
u£} and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil : for 
thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, fur ever and 
emr • Amen* 



xk. BAPTISM OF ADULTS. 

Lord God, Son, thou Saviour of the world, 
Be gracious unto us. 

Lord God, Holy Ghost, 

Abide with us forever, 

t. 132. p. 2. Thou Lamb once slain, our God and Lord. 
To needy prayers thine ear afford, 
And on us all have mercy. 

By thy divine presence, 
By thy holy sacraments, 

Bless us, gracious Lord and God* 

[Questions put to the candidate for baptism.] 

Dost thou believe in God the Father, almighty Maker and Preserver 
of heaven and earth ] 

Answer. I do. 

Dost thou believe in Jesus Christ, the only begotten Son of God, our 
Lord, who loved us, and gave himself for us ? 

Answer. I do. 

Dost thou believe in the Holy Ghost, the holy Christian church, the 
forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlast- 
ing? 

Answer. I do. 

Dost thou believe that thou art a sinful creature, deserving of wrath 
and eternal punishment ] 

Answer. I verily believe it. 

Dost thou believe that Jesus Christ is thy Lord, who redeemed thee, 
a lost and undone human creature, from sin, from death, and from the 
power of the devil, with his innocent suffering and dying, and with 
his holy and precious blood ? 

Answer, I verily believe it. 



BAPTISM OF ADULTS. xxi. 

Dost thou in this faith desire to be baptized into the death of Jesus, 
to be washed from thy sins, and to be embodied into the congregation 
of the faithful? 

Answer. This is my sincere desire. 

Dost thou in this faith renounce the service of sin and Satan, and 
determine to live under Christ in his kingdom, and serve him in holi- 
ness and righteousness all the days of thy life ? 

Answer. I do most heartily, in the strength of Jesus Christ, my 
Lord, and of his Holy Spirit. 

t. 155. Unto him, Lamb of God, — Open thy salvation's treasure 
In rich measure ; — graciously his sins forgive, 
Him receive, — Grant eim peace and consolation; 
Join him to thy congregation, — As the purchase of thy death. 

T. 22. The water flowing from thy side, 

"Which by the spear was open'd wide, 
Be now his hath : thy precious blood 
Cleanse him, and bring him nigh to God. 

(The candidate for baptism kneeling, the minister offers up a prayer.) 

Ye who are baptized into Christ Jesus, how were ye baptized 1 
Into his death, 

N. N., into the death of Jesus I baptize thee, in the name of the 
Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. 

(During the imposition of hands the minister continues :) 

Now art thou washed, justified, and sanctified by the blood of Christ: 
therefore live, yet not thou, but Christ live in thee ; and the life, which 
thou now livest in the flesh, live by the faith of the Son of God, who 
loved thee, and gave himself for thee. 

Amen, Hallelujah, Hallelujah, 
Amen, Hallelujah. 

(Then, the congregation kneeling, the following verses may be sung :) 

T. 22. May Christ thee sanctify and bless, 
His Spirit's seal on thee impress , 
His body, torn with many a wound, 
Preserve thy soul and body sound. 



BAPTISM OF ADULTS. 

The blood-sweat trickling down his face. 
Thy condemnation doth erase ; 
His cross, his sufferings, and his pain, 
Thy everlasting strength remain. 

The Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, 
Will thee protect, we humbly trust. 



The Lord bless the€, &c. 



BAPTISM OF ADULTS FROM THE HEATHEN. 



Our Lord Jesus Christ, 
Be gracious unto us. 
By thy divine presence, 
Bless us, gracious Lord and God. 

By all the merits of thy holy humanity, life, sufferings, death, and 
resurrection, 

Bless us, gracious Lord and God* 

t. 22. Lord Jesus Christ, all praise to thee, 
That thou didst deign a man to be, 
And for each soul which thou hast made. 
Hast an eternal ransom paid. 

T. 132. Jesus Christ, enthron'd on high, 

The Father's Son beloved, 
By whom lost sinners are brought nigh, 

And guilt and curse removed ; 
Thou Lamb once slain, our Grod and Lord, 
To needy prayers thine ear afford, 
And on us all have mercy. 

t. 80. Lift up thy pierced hands, most gracious Saviour, 

Now pour out on Him [them] that grace and favour, 
Which in thy loving — and kind heart for us is ever moving. 

After these or other verses suited to this transaction have been sung, and a short 
discourse delivered concerning the aim of baptism, and the grace imparted by it to 
those who receive it,the minister shall put the following questions to the candidate.] 

Dost thou believe that thou art a sinful creature, and on account of 
thy sins deservest the wrath of God and eternal punishment ] 
Answeb, I do believe it* 



^BAPTISM OF ADULTS. xxiii. 

Dost thou believe, that Jesus Christ became a man for us, and by 
his innocent life, sufferings, blood-shedding, and death, reconciled us 
sinners to God 1 

Answer. I verily believe it* 

Dost thou believe that he hath purchased for thee, by his blood and 
death, remission of sins, life, and happiness? 

Answer. I verily believe it. 

Wilt thou in this faith be baptised into the death of Jesus, and be 
washed from thy sins in his blood 1 

Answer. That is my sincere desire. 

Dost thou also desire to be delivered from the power of sin, and of 
Satan, and to be received into the fellowship ©f Jesus Christ, and of 
those who believe in him 1 

Answer. That is my sincere desire, and I renounce the devil and 
all his works and ways. 

t. 22. Soul, body, spirit, Lord, are thine. 
The purchase of thy blood divine: 
take him as thy property, 
And keep him thine eternally. 

[During this verse the candidate for baptism kneels down, and the minister "pray* 
that he may be cleansed from all his sins in the blood of Christ, delivered from 
guilt and punishment, and from the dominion of sin and Satan, buried by bap- 
tism into the death Sf Jesus, and raised together with him unto newness of life, 
and thus, together with all believers, received into, and made a partaker of, the 
fellowship of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost.] 

t. 22. The water flowing from thy side, 

Which by the spear was opened wide, 
Be now his -bath ; thy precious blood 
Cleanse him and bring him nigh to God. 

(After the singing of this, or any other suitable verse, follows the baptism.) 

N. N., I baptize thee into the death of Jesus, in the name of the 
Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. Amen. 

Now art thou buried with Christ by baptism into his death ; there- 
fore, from henceforth live, yet not thou, but Christ live in thee ; and 
the life which thou now livest in the flesh, live by the faith of the Son 
-of God, who loved thee, and gave himself for thee. 

T. 14. With awe and heartfelt thankfulness, 
Him in the dust adore ; 
He who hath look'd on thee in grace, 
Hath bliss for thee in store. 

[The congregation now kneels down, during which may be sung.] 

u. 22. May Christ thee sanctify and bless,' 
His Spirit's seal on thee impress; 
His body, torn with many a wound, 
Preserve thy soul and body sound. 



xxiv, CONFIRMATION. 

or, t. 22. The Sayiour's blood and righteousness 
Thy beauty be, thy glorious dress : 
Thus well array 'd, thou need'st not fear* 
When in his presence all appear. 

or. t. 79. p. 2. His death and passion ever, 
Till soul and body sever, 
Shall in thy heart engrav'd remain. 

T. 22. All power and glory doth pertain 
Unto the Lamb, for he was slain, 
And hath redeem'd us by his blood, 
And made us kings and priests to God. 

(The congregation rising, the minister pronounces the blessing:) 

The Lord bless thee, and keep thee ; 

The Lord make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto 
thee ; 

The Lord lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace : 

In the name of Jesus :. Amen. 

t, 11. Praise on earth to thee be giv'n, 
Never-ceasing praise in heaven ; 
Boundless wisdom, power divine 7 
Love unspeakable are thine. 



CONFIRMATION. 



After a suitable discourse, the minister addresses the candidates for confirmation, 
putting some appropriate questions to them, to which they reply. They then kneel 
down, and the minister imparts to each the blessing of confirmation with imposi- 
tion of hands, pronouncing at the same time a text of Scripture, sueh as: 

" The very God of peace sanctify you wholly ; and I pray God 
your whole spirit, and soul, and body, be preserved blameless unto 
the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ." (1 Thess. v. 23.) 

0?% " Now the God of peace, that brought again from the dead our 
Lord Jesus, that great Shepherd of the sheep, through the blood of 
the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do 
his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight, 
through Jesus Christ." (Heb, xiii. 20, 21.) 

After this the minister adds : 

The Lord bless thee, and keep thee ; 



HOLY COMMUNION. xxv. 

The Lord make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto 

ee ; 

The Lord lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace : 

In the name of Jesus • Amen. 

All then kneel down, and the persons confirmed are commended in prayer to the 
Lord. The service is concluded with a hymn. 



All candidates for confirmation are, previous to it, carefully instructed by the 
minister in the doctrines of Christianity, with a particular reference to the Lord's 
supper, of which they are invited to partake at the next celebration of this holy 
ordinance; subsequent to their confirmation. 



THE HOLY COMMUNION. 



The serviee is opened by singing verses expressive of penitence and contrition of 
heart, after which a prayer for absolution is offered up. The congregation rising, a 
verse is sung, and the bread is consecrated by pronouncing the words of institution ; 

" Our Lord Jesus Christ, the same night in which he was betrayed, 
took bread, and when he had given thanks, he brake it, and gave it 
to his disciples, and said : " Take, eat : this is my body, which is given 
for you. This do in remembrance of me." 

The consecrated bread is then distributed by the minister and his assistants among 
the communicants, during the singing of hymns, treating principally of the suffer- 
ings and death of our Lord. After all the communicants have received the bread, 
the minister repeats the words : 

Our Lord Jesus Christ said, " Take, eat : this is my body, which is 
given for you." 

The congregation partake all together at the same time, kneeling, either in 
silence, or while a verse is sung, expressive of the solemn act. The congregation 
rising, verses of thanksgiving are sung, after which the minister consecrates the 
wine by pronouncing the words : 

" After the same manner also our Lord Jesus Christ took the cup, 
when he had supped, gave thanks, and gave it to them saying : Drink 
ye all of it : this is my blood, the blood of the new testament, which 
is shed for you and for many, for the remission of sins. This do ye r 
as oft as ye drink it, in remembrance of me." 

The minister then partaking of the consecrated cup, delivers it to his assistants, 
by whom it is administered to the congregation ; during which hymns are sung, 
treating of the remission of sins in the blood of Jesus, and of its healing and 
sanctifying power. 

The service is continued with hymns, treatmg of brotherly love, communion with 
Christ, and thankfulness for his incarnation, passion, and death, and concluded with 
the blessing. 



ORDINATIONS. 



mJS^S ? f'- fc^P^mg the word of God, administer ng the holy 4cra- 

m^otZnf^f^-t 1 i h °^ thingS ' J hich sha11 be committed unto h^ffor the 
SS +2 ^5 spiritual edification of the church. The Bishop then proceed, to 

Town^^^^ 

I ordain (consecrate) thee, N. N., to be a ©eacon (Presbyter) 
(Bishop) of the church of the United Brethren, in the name of the 

«3rS ^1 ^ 0n r a "S ° f the Ho1 ^ Ghost : The Lord bl ess the ^ 
and keep thee:, The Lord make his face shine upon thee, and be 
gracious unto thee , The Lord lift up his countenance upon thee, 
and give ttiee^eace. In the name of Jesus ; Amen. 

JStl "SmS h ^ in - g re . tur * ed }° his Place, kneels down with the whole congre- 
gation, all worshipping m silent devotion : and after a suitable pause one of the 

S™?ah? X0L0GIES " 8Ung by the Ch0h ' the congregation joiinng S in?be Ime^ 
:^ew tSS 'SK? ** * *"*< hymn > a * d the Bish °P Pronouncing the 



». B. At the consecration of bishops, two, or three bishops generally assist. 



DOXOLOGIE& 



(a) TO BE USED AT THE ORDINATION OF DEACONS, 

'Glory to thy most meritorious Ministry, 
O thou Servant of the true tabernacle, 
Who didst not come to be ministered unto. 
But to minister. 

-Amen, Hallelujah, Hallelujah, 
-Amen, Hallelujah. 



MATRIMONY. xx^ii- 

(b) TO BE USED AT THE ORDINATION OF PRESBYTERS. 

•Glory be to thy most holy Priesthood, 

'Christ, thou Lamb of God ^ 

Thou who wast slain for us ; 

Who by one offering hast perfected for ever them that are sanctified. 

Amen, Hallelujah, Hallelujah-, 
Amen, Hallelujah. 



(c) TO BE USED AT THE CONSECRATION OF BISHOPS. 

Glory be to the Shepherd and Bishop of our souls, 
The great Shepherd of the sheep, through the blood of the ever- 
lasting covenant ; 
Glory and obedience be unto God the Holt Ghost, our Guide and 

Comforter; 
Glory and adoration be to the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, 
Who is the Father of all who are called children on earth and in 
heaven. 

might each pulse thanksgiving heat, 
And every hreath His praise repeat. 

Amen, Hallelujah, Hallelujah, 
Amen, Hallelujah. 



SOLEMNIZATION OF MATRIMONY. 



Dearly Beloved! 

We are here assembled in the presence of God and this congre- 
gation (company), t© join together this Brother N. N., and this Sister 
N. N. in holy matrimony, which is commanded by the Apostle to be 
honourable among all men ; and therefore, is not by any to be entered 
into unadvisedly or lightly, but reverently, discreetly, and in the fear 
of God. In this holy estate, these two persons are now to be united. 

In holy writ we are taught : 

That matrimony was instituted by God himself, and is, therefore, 
an holy estate ; 

That, according to the ordinance of God, a man and his wife shall 
be one flesh ; 

That what God hath joined together, man may not put asunder ; 

That, under the New Covenant, the married state hath been sancti- 
fied, to be an emblem of Christ and his church ; 



xxviii. MATRIMONY. 

That the husband, as the head of the wife, should love her, even 
as Christ also loved the church ; and that the wife be subject to her 
own husband in the Lord, as the church is subject unto Christ ; 

That, in consequence, Christians thus united together, should love 
one another, as one in the Lord, be faithful one to the other, assist 
each other mutually, and never forsake one another. Loving God, 
our Saviour, above all things, whatsoever they do, in word or deed, 
they should do all to the glory of God, and in the name of Jesus 
Christ. 

Premising, that there is no impediment to prevent your being law- 
fully joined together in holy wedlock, according to the word of God, 
and the laws of this country, I now ask thee, my Brother N. N., 

Wilt thou have our Sister, N. N. here present, to thy wedded wife, 
to live together, after God's ordinance, in the holy estate of matrimony 1 
Wilt thou love her, honour her, and care for her ; and, through the 
grace of God, approve thyself unto her, in every respect as a faith- 
ful Christian husband, so long as ye both shall live 1 

Ajvsweb. : Yes. 

In like manner I now ask thee, my Sister N. N., 

Wilt thou have our Brother, N. N., here present, to thy wedded 
husband, to live together, after God's ordinance, in the holy estate of 
matrimony 1 Wilt thou love him, honour him, and be subject unto 
him in the Lord ; and, through the grace of God, approve thyself unto 
him, in every respect, as a faithful Christian wife, so long as ye both 
shall live ? 

Answer : Yes. 

For as much, then, as ye have thus consented to live together in 
holy wedlock, and have witnessed the same before God and this con- 
gregation (company), we exhort you, that ye enter upon the estate of 
matrimony in the name of the Lord, and that ye live therein accord- 
ing to the precepts of his holy word. 

To this end, we now unite with you, in imploring his divine aid 
and blessing, and the guidance and sanctification of his good Spirit. 

Let us pray : 

O Lord, our God ! who thyself hast instituted and blessed the estate 
of matrimony, sanctifying the same, under the new Covenant to be 
an emblem of Christ and his church, we beseech thee, graciously 
to look upon these two persons, who are about to be united in holy 
wedlock. Grant, that they may enter upon, and continue in this 
estate, in thy name. Replenish their hearts with thy love, and enable 
them to be faithful one to the other, and thus to live together in per- 
fect love and peace. Sanctify and bless their union ; vouchsafe unto 
them the guidance of thy holy Spirit, and teach them to do that, which 
is well pleasing in thy sight, thro' Jesus Christ, our Lord : Amen. 



LITANY AT BURIALS. xxix. 

[Here the minister joins their right hands :J 

In the name of God, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost, ye 
are now joined together, to live in holy wedlock, as husband and wife. 
Receive ye the blessing of the Lord : 

The Lord bless you, and keep you ; 

The Lord make his face shine upon you, and be gracious unto you ; 

The Lord lift up his countenance upon you, and give you peace : 
Amen. 



LITANY AT BURIALS. 

No. 1. 



Lord, have mercy upon us. 

Christ, have mercy upon us. 
Lord, have mercy upon us. 

Christ, hear us. 

Lord God, our Father, which art in heaven, 

Hallowed be thy name ; thy kingdom come ; thy will be done in 
earth, as it is in heaven ; give us this day our daily bread ,- and 
forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive them that trespass against 
us : and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil ; for 
thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and 
ever: Amen. 

Lord God, Sox, thou Saviour of the world, 
Be gracious unto us> 

By thy human birth, 

By thy prayers and tears, 

By all the troubles of thy life, 

By the grief and anguish of thy soul. 

By thine agony and bloody sweat, 

By thy bonds and scourgings, 

By thy crown of thorns, 

By thine ignominious crucifixion, 

By thy sacred wounds and precious blood, 

By thy atoning death, 

By thy rest in the grave, 

By thy glorious resurrection and ascension, 

By thy sitting at the right hand of God, 

By thy divine presence, 



xkx. LITANY AT BURIALS. 

By thy coming again to thy church on earth, or our being called 
home to thee, 

Bless and com fori us, gracious Lord and God. 

Lord God, Holy Ghost, 

Abide imtk us for ever. 

f am the Resurrection and the Life, saith the Lord ; he that belie v- 
cth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live. And whosoever 
liveth and believeth- in me shall never die. 

Therefore, blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from hence- 
forth ; yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labours. 

O death, where is thy sting 1 O grave, where is thy victory ? The* 
sting of death is sin ; and the strength of sin is the law ; but thanks 
he to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ* 

Amen, 

t. 14. Now to the earth let these remains* 
In hope committed be. 
Until the body chang'd attains 
To immortality* 

We poor sinners pray, 

Hear us, gracious Lord and God; 

And keep us in everlasting fellowship with the church triumphant^, 
and let us rest together in thy presence from our labours. Amen. 

None of us liveth to himself, and' no man dieth to himself; for 
whether we live, we live unto the Lord, and whether we die, we die 
unto the Lord ; whether we live therefore or die, we are the Lord's : 
for to this end Christ both died, and rose, and revived, that he might 
be Lord both of the dead and living. 

Blessed and holy is he that hath part in the first resurrection: on 
saeh the second death hath no power, but they shall be priests of God 
and of Christ. 

Glory be to Him who is the Resurrection and the Life, who quick- 
en eth us, while in this dying state, and after we have obtained the 
true life, doth not suffer us to die any more, 

Glory be to Him in the church which waiteth for Him, and in that 
which is around Him, for ever and ever. Amen. 

* During the singing of this verge, the corpse is committed to the grave. 



LITANY AT BURIALS. xxxi- 

T. 22. The Saviour's blood and righteousness 
My beautj' is, my glorious dress : 
Thus well array 'd I need not fear. 
When in his presence I appear. 

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Love of God, and the 
communion, of the Holy Ghost, be with us all. Amen*. 



LITANY AT BURIALS. 

No. 2. 



Lord, have mercy upon us. 

Christ, have mercy upon us:. 
Lord, have mercy upon us. 
Christ, hear us. 

Our Father which art in heaven, hallowed by thy name, thy king- 
dom come ; thy will be done in earth-, us it is in heaven : give us this 
day our daily bread'; and forgive us our trespasses r as we forgive 
them that trespass against us ,- and had us not into temptation, but 
deliver us from evil : for thine is the kingdom,, and the power, and 
the glory, for ever and ever .• Amen. 

Holy Father, accept us as thy children in thy beloved Son, Jesus 
Christ, who came forth from thee, and came into the world, was made 
flesh, and dwelt among us, took on him the form of a servant, and 
hath redeemed us, lost and undone human creatures; from all sin and 
from death, with his holy and precious blood, and with his innocent^ 
suffering and dying ; to the end that we should be his own, and in his 
kingdom live under him and serve him, in eternal righteousness, inno- 
cence, and happiness; forasmuch as he; being risen from the dead, 
liveth and reigneth, world without end. Amen. 

Therefore,, blessed' are the dead which die in the Lord from hence- 
forth ; yea> saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labours. 

Whosoever liveth and believeth in Christ, shall never die ; for He- 
is the Resurrection and the Life, and went to prepare a place for us« 
and will come again, and receive us unto himself, that where he is,, 
there we may be also. 

Meanwhile none of us liveth to himself, and no man dicth to him- 
self; for whether we live, we live unto the Lord, and whether we die.. 
we die unto the Lord ; whether we live therefore or die, we are the 
Lord's; for to this end Christ both died, and rose, and revived, tha£" 
he might be Lord both of the dead and living,. 



xxxii. LITANY AT BURIALS. 

Blessed and holy is he that hath part in the first resurrection : on 
such the second death hath no power, but they shall be priests of God 
and of Christ. 

O death, where is thy sting 1 O grave, where is thy victory 1 
Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord 
Jesus Christ. Amen. 

t. 14. Now to the earth let these remains* 
In hope committed be, 
Until the body chang'd attains 
To immortality. 

We poor sinners pray, 

Hear us, gracious Lord and God. 

And keep us in everlasting fellowship with the church triumphant, 
and let us rest together in thy presence from our labours. ^Amen. 

(f As touching children, Jesus saith, Suffer the little children to 
come unto me, and forbid them not ; for of such is the kingdom of 
God. Verily I say unto you, whosoever shall not receive the king- 
dom of God as a little child, he shall not enter therein.) 

We desire to depart, and to be with Christ, which is far better : we 
shall never taste death ; and we shall attain unto the resurrection of 
the dead ; for the body, which we shall put off, this grain of corrupti- 
bility, shall put on incorruption : our flesh shall rest in hope. 

The Father and the Son, who quicken whom they will, and the 
Spirit of Him who raised up Jesus from the dead, will also quicken 
these our mortal bodies, if so be that the. Spirit of God hath dwelt in 
them. 

Glory be to Him who is the Resurrection and the Life. He was 
dead, and behold he liveth for evermore. And he that belie veth in 
Him, though he were dead, yet shall he live. 

Glory be to Him in the church that waiteth for Him, and in that 
which is aTcmnd Him, for ever and ever. Amen. 

t. 79. While here, the great salvation, 
Procur'd by Jesus' passion, 

Our favourite theme shall be : 
By virtue of his merit, 
We shall true life inherit 

In heaven to all eternity. 

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the com- 
munion of the Holy Ghost, be with us all. Amen. 

* During the singing of this verse, the corpse is committed to the grave. 
f To be used only at the burial of a child. 



H Y M N S . 



I. THE WORD OF GOD. 



T. 119. 



(1.) 1.* 

HOLY Lord, :{j: 
Holy and almighty Lord, 
Thou who, as the great Creator, 
Art by all thy works ador'd ; 
Source of universal nature, (blood, 
And to man, redeem'd by Jesus' 
-Sovereign good; :||: 

2. Thanks and praise, :||: 
Thanks and praise be ever thine, 
That thy word to us is given, 
Teaching us with power divine, 
That the Lord of earth and heaven, 
Everlasting life for us to gain, 
Once was slain. :|j: 

3. Day nor night, :J|: 
Never let us hold our peace ; 
In his blood-bought congregation 
Never shall his praises cease ; 
God, as man, made an oblation, 
Suffer'd, bled, and died, my soul 
Joyful be. : i| : (for thee ; 

4. Lord our God, :|j: 
May thy precious, saving word, 
Till our race is here completed, 
Light unto our path afford ; 

w d ' When in thy P resenc e seated, 

We to thee will render for thy 

Ceaseless praise. : ||: ( grace 

C. Gregor. 

(~) 2.* T . 22. 

GOD'S holy word, which ne'er 

shall cease, (peace, 

Proclaims free pardon, grace and 



Directs to Jesus and his blood, 
And teaches us the will of God. 

2. As guilty creatures could not bear 
The awful voice of God to hear. 
By men the Spirit of the Lord 
Reveal'd his holy covenant word. 

3. This sacred word exposes sin, 
Convinces us that we're unclean ; 

| Points out the wretched, ruin'd 
I state (great. 

Of all mankind, both small and 
A. It also shows God's boundless 
grace 

Towards the fallen human race. 

And offers life to every one 

Who turns in faith to his dear Son. 

5. This gospel cheers the poor in 
heart, 

And heavenly riches doth impart : 
Sets forth the mystery of the cross, 
And that Christ's blood aton'd tor 
us : — 

6. It gathers God's elected flock, 
Beneath the shade of Christ the 

rock, 
Serves to instruct us and reprove, 
Confirms our hope, inflames our 

Jove : — 

7. It keeps believers in the faith 
Of Christ and his atoning death ; 
Prompts us to do God's holy will 
And leads us safe to Salem's hill' 

8. Receive our cordial thanks, O 
Lord, 

For granting us thy holy word ; 



2, 



WORD OF GOD, 



O may we thereby guided be, 
Till we in heaven shall dwell with 
thee. 

Bohemian Brethren. 

(4.) 3. t. 106 or 90. 

SPIRIT of truth, essential God, 
Who didst the saints of old inspire, 
Shed in their hearts thy love 
abroad, (fire : 

And touch their lips with sacred 
Thou Guide divine, who dost im- 
part (heart. 
The truth to man, instruct each 

2. Most holy and almighty Lord, 
Whose presence fills both earth 

and heaven, 
May we believe the written word, 
By thy own inspiration given : 
Thou only canst its truths explain ; 
Without thy aid we search in vain. 

3; Come, thou divine Interpreter, 
Our sloth and ignorance thou 

know'st ; 
Ah, teach us humbly to revere 
The Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, 
For all the mercy, truth, and grace, 
We in thy holy scriptures trace. 



3. Let the false raptures of the mind 
Be lost and vanish in the wind : 
Here I can fix my hope secure ; 
This is thy word and must endure. 
Isaac Watt*. 

(7.) 5.* t. 16. 

FROM the doctrines Pll ne'er 

waver, 

In the holy scriptures stor'd; 
O what sweetness do I savour 
In each sacred covenant-word. 

2. And if I myself examine. 
While the book I 'fore me hold. 
To each truth my heart saith Amen. 
One the other doth unfold. 

3. Speak, O Lord, thy servant 

heareth 
With deep awe attentively ; 
What thy holy word declareth 
Shall my rule and practice be. 

F. W. Neisser, 



4. 
an order 



t. 22. 



(5.) 

TWAS by an order from the 
Lord, (word ; 

The ancient prophets spoke his 
His Spirit did their tongues inspire, 
And wann'd their hearts with hea- 
venly fire, 

2. O God, mine eyes with pleasure 

look 
On the dear volume of thy book ; 
There my Redeemer's face I see, 
And read his name, who died for 

me. 



6. t. 22. 

I, dear Redeemer. 



(8.) 

FAIN would 

learn, 

Fain what is excellent discern ; 
Thy will would search, my duty 

know ; 
O let thy word the secret show. 

2. Sigh after sigh to thee I send. 
That I thy word may comprehend, 
That word, which, learnt and un- 
derstood, 

Affords the soul enduring food. 

3. Let human arts make others 

wise, (rise ; 

My learning from the cross shall 
Thy wounds, thy passion, death, 

and grave (crave. 

Are all the knowledge that I 



WORD OF GOD* 



4. With pity view me at thy feet ; 
To be instructed, Lord, I wait; 
Here will I lie, nor wish to rise, 
Till by thy cross I am made wise. 



(10.) 



t. 97. 



HERE in thy presence we appear, 
Lord Jesus Christ, thy word to 

hear ; (incline 

Our wandering thoughts and hearts 
With thirst to imbibe thy word 

divine ; (this earth to thee, 
That all our minds, drawn from 
May love thee more, and serve 

thee faithfully. 
2» God, Holy Spirit, now impart 
Thy unction to each longing heart; 
Us with thy heavenly light and 

fire (inspire ; 

To sing, to pray, and preach 
Thus blest in spirit and in truth 

shall we (and Thee. 

Give praise unto the Father, Son, 

(11.) 8. T. 14. 

JESUS, thy word is my delight; 
There grace and truth are seen ; 
Ah, could I study day and night, 
And meditate therein. 

2. The gospel, as a polish'd glass, 
Thy glory lets us see ; 

And by beholding there thy face 
We're render'd like to thee. 

3. O Lamb of God, the book unseal, 
And to our hearts explain ; 

Let all its life and spirit feel, 
And heavenly wisdom gain. 

4. That thou for us didst live and 

die, 
Make known to us, dear Lord ; 
To us the promises apply, 
Recorded in thy word. 

W. Hammond, 



(12.) 9. t. 22. 

O HOW I love thy holy word, 
Thy gracious covenant, O Lord : 
It guides me in the peaceful way ; 
I'll think upon it all the day. 
2. W 7 hat are the mines of shining 

wealth, (of health 1 

The strength of youth, the bloom 
What are all joys compared with 

those 
Thine everlasting word bestows] 
Copper. 

(18.) 10. t. 14 

HOW precious is the Book divine, 

By inspiration given. 
Bright as a lamp its doctrines shine. 

To guide our souls to heaven. 
2. It sweetly cheers our drooping 
hearts, 

In this dark vale of tears 
Life, light, and joy it still imparts. 

And quells our rising fears* 
3* This lamp thro' all the tedious 
night 

Of life shall guide our way, 
Till we behold the clearer light 

Of everlasting day. 



ii.* 



t. 83. 



(14. 

O WHAT peace divinely sweet 
Fills my soul, when I've the favour 
To sit down at Jesus' feet, 
And his gracious words to savour ; 
Then I open heart and ear ; 
What he saith finds entrance there* 
Gregor. 

(15.) 12. t. 89. 

PRECIOUS Bible! what a treasure 
Does the word of God afford ; 
All I want for life or pleasure, 
Food and medicine, shield &sword; 



THE FALL AND 



Let the world account me poor, 
Having this I need no more. 

2. Food to which the world's a 

stranger 
Here my hungry soul enjoys ; 
Of excess there is no danger, 
Though it fills, it never cloys : 
On a dying Christ I feed, 
He is meat and drink indeed. 

3. When my faith is faint and sickly, 
Or when Satan wounds my mind ; 
Cordials to revive me quickly, 
Healing medicines here I find ; 
To the promises I flee, 

Each affords a remedy. 

4. In the hour of dark temptation 
Satan cannot make me yield : 
For this word of consolation 

Is to me both sword and shield : 
While the scripture truths are sure, 
From this malice I'm secure. 



13. 



T.14. 



THY law is perfect, Lord of light, 

Thy testimonies sure ; 
The statutes of thy realm are right, 

And thy commandments pure. 



2. Holy, inviolate thy fear, 
Enduring as thy throne ; (vere, 

Thy judgments, chastening or se- 
Justice and truth alone. 

3. More prized than gold, — than 

gold, whose waste 
Refining fire expels : 
Sweeter than honey to my taste, 
Than honey from the cells. 

4. Let these, O God, my soul con- 
And make thy servant wiee; (vert, 

Let these be gladness to my heart. 
The day-spring to my eyes, 

5. By these may I be warn'd be- 

times ; 
Who knows the guile within ? 
Lord, save me from presumptuous 

crimes, 
Cleanse me from secret sin. 

6. So may the words my lips ex- 

press, (mind, 

The thoughts that throng my 

O Lord, my strength and righteous- 

With thee acceptance find, (ness, 

J. Montgomery. 



II. THE FALL AND REDEMPTION OF MAN. 



(21.) 14.* t. 89. 

IN thine image, Lord, thou mad'st 
Gav'st me being out of love : (me, 
Though I fell, yet thou hast sent me 
Full redemption from above : 

Sacred Love, I long to bs 

Thine to all eternity. 
2. Love, by whom I was ordained 
In thy church to have a place, 
Ev'n before I life obtained, 
Or could know thy saving grace : 



Love almighty and divine, 
I would be for ever thine. 

3. Love, who hast for me endured 
Keenest pains of death and hell ; 
Love, whose sufferings have pro- 
cured 

More for me than tongue can tell ; 
Sacred Love, &c. 

4. Love, my life, and my salvation. 
Light and truth, eternal Word, 
Thou alone dost consolation 



REDEMPTION OF MAN. 



To my sinking soul afford : 
Love almighty, &c. 

5. Love, thy yoke I gladly carry, 
It is easy, gentle, light; 

Grant that I may ne'er be weary 
Thee to serve with all my might : 
Sacred Love, &c. 

6. Love, my advocate in heaven 
Pleading for me when oppress'd, 
Bearing still my name engraven 
Upon thy high-priestly breast ; 

Love almighty, <&c. . 

7. Love, thou me wilt raise to glory 
In thy likeness, from the dust, 
And as conqueror place before thee, 
Crown'd with bliss among the just: 

Sacred Love, I long to be 
Thine to all eternity. 

John Angelus. 

(22.) 15.* t. 590. 

CHRIST,the good Shepherd,God's 

From all eternity, (own Son, 
Urg'd by his love, exchang'd his 

For human misery ; (throne 

Hiswandering sheep gonefar astray 

He sought with pungent pain, 
And did for all a ransom pay 

To bring them home again. 
2. One of those sheep, in desert? 

Art thou, my sinful soul ; (lost, 
His life it hath the Shepherd cost, 

To save and make thee whole ; 
Now hear his voice with gratitude, 

Call on his saving name ; 
For thee he shed his precious blood, 

And now his own doth claim. 
John Angelus. 

(23.) 16. t. 79. 

THOU holy, spotless Lamb of God, 

Didst leave thy glorious, blest 

In love to sinners vile ; (abode, 

Earth's face the curse had overrun, 



Man was corrupt, condemn'd, un- 
done, 
Entangled fast by Satan's guile. 

2. Thou, for their sake who hated 
thee, 

Didst shed thy blood upon the tree, 

Thy life for ours didst give ; 
Thou barest our curse; our debt 

was paid, 
Thy soul for sin an offering made. 
Thou diedst, that we with thee 
might live. 

3. Never may I depart from thee ; 
Thou hast procur'd my liberty, 

Thanks to thy boundless grace. 
Thy wounds, whereon I trust by 

faith, 
My refuge are from sin and death. 
My feeble soul's abiding-place. 
M. Taylor. 

(24.) 17.* t. 221. 

YE bottomless depths of God's in- 
finite love, 
In Jesus Christ to us reveal'd ! 

Its motions how burning, how flam- 
ing they prove, (conceal'd : 
Though from man's wisdom quite 

Whom dost thou love 1 Sinners, 
the vilest race ; 

Whom dost thou bless ? Children, 
who scorn'd thy grace ; 

O Being most gracious, whom 
angels adore, 

Thou takest delight in things 
worthless and poor. 

2. Our thirsting can never, O mer- 
ciful God, (grace; 
Equal thy love and boundless 

On us thou more blessings and love 

hast bestow'd, (passes. 

Than stripes deserv'd our tres- 

O teach us to trust thy fidelity, (be, 

And closely united with Christ to 



THE FALL AND 



The Spirit's kind teachings in all 

things to prove, 
Yea, live to thy honour, thee serve, 

praise, and love. 

3. We pray thee, O Being most 

gracious and mild, (now, 

Instruct our minds and teach us 

So that in ImmanueL thine image 

and child, (know ; 

How great thy name is, we may 

Ah, show us how easy it is to bear 

Thy yoke, and to trust thy paternal 

care, (shall end, 

That, till the short period of trial 

Our faith and our love may their 

author commend. 

Count Zinzenclorf. 



(25.) 



18. 



r. 14. 



HOW sad our state by nature is! 

Our sin how deep it stains ! 
How Satan binds our captive souls 
Fast in his slavish chains ! 

2. But there's a voice of sovereign 

grace, 
Sounds from the sacred word: 
" Ho, ye despairing sinners, come, 
Believe in Christ the Lord." 

3. My soul obey the gracious call, 
And haste to gain relief; 

I would believe thy promise, Lord ; 
O help my unbelief. 

4. To the dear fountain of thy 
Incarnate God, I fly : (blood, 

Here let me wash my spotted soul 
From crimes of deepest dye. 

5. A guilty, weak, and helpless 
Into thy arms I fall: (worm, 

Be thou my strength and righteous- 

My Jesus and my All. (ness, 

Watts, 



(26.) 19. t.582. 

NOT one of Adam's race, 

If in the balance tried, 
Can by his works of righteousness 

'Fore God be justified. 
The works which we have done 

Are all, alas I unclean ; 
But we are sav'd by faith alone, 

And cleans'd thereby from sin. 
2. Ye sinners, who with grief 

Your condemnation feel., 
Look up to Jesus for relief, 

And to his blood appeal ; 
God gave his only Son 

That sinners who believe 
Might not be lost, but be his own, 

And in his kingdom live. 

(27.) 20. t. 14. 

1, WITH the fallen human race. 
Lay weltering in my blood; 

O'erwhelm'd with shame and deep 
disgrace f 
And banish'd far from God. 

2. The loving Jesus passing by, 
His bowels yearn 'd to see 

Me, wretched sinner, helpless lie 
In deepest misery. 

& He turn'd to me in tenderness. 

His instant aid to give, 
And, pitying my sore distress, 

He said, "Arise and live." 

4. He washed away my every stain. 
And cleans'd me in his blood ; 

Deck'd me with .righteousness 
divine, 
And brought me nigh to God. 

5. My heart no condemnation fears. 
Nor hell, nor Satan dreads, 

i Christ as the mercy-seat appears. 
His blood my pardon pleads. 



REDEMPTION OF MAN. 



6. Against the fiercest power of hell 
He is my strength and shield ; 

Beneath his cross I safely dwell ; 
He fights, I win the field. 

7. Since he became my sacrifice, 
My bonds and chains he broke ; 

Now to my willing neck he ties 
His soft and easy yoke. 

8. A pardon'd sinner I remain, 
But sin its power hath lost; 

Sin still I have, but grace doth 
reign ; 
Mercy is all my boast. 

9. Arise, my happy soul, arise, 
Redeem'd by sovereign grace, 

Open to thee is paradise, 
Go in and take thy place. 

W. Hammond. 



21. 



t. 22. 



(28.) 

LORD, I am vile, conceiv'd in sin 
And born unholy and unclean; (fall 
Sprung from the man whose guilty 
Corrupts his race, and taints us all. 

2. Soon as we draw our infant 

breath, 

The seeds of sin engender death; 
Thy law demands a perfect heart. 
But we're defil'd in every part. 

3. O God, create my heart anew, 
And form my spirit pure and true ; 
O make me wise betimes to see 
My danger and my remedy. 

4. Behold, I fall before thy face ; 
My only refuge is thy grace : (clean, 
No outward forms can make me 
The leprosy lies deep within. 

5. My sin I feel, my guilt I know, 
Thy blood can make me white as 

snow ; 



Lord, let me hear thy pardoning 

voice, 

And make my broken heart rejoice. 
Watts. 

(30.) 22. t. 79, 

ARISE, ye who are captive led, 
Complain no more, for Christ our 
From sin can set you free : (head 
Redemption J.esus freely gives, 
Repenting sinners he receives, 
He came to save both thee and me. 

2. He meekly all our sorrows bore, 
Us fallen sinners to restore 

To life and liberty: 
For us he sufTer'd deep distress, 
Was without form or comeliness ; 
O depth of love, O mystery ! 

3. The almighty Judge condemned 

was, (cause; 

That he by death might gain our 
The Prince of life was slain: 
And since he sufTer'd in our stead. 
We need no condemnation dread. 
Eternal life in him we gain. 

4. The Holy One, made sin for us, 
Was nailed to the accursed cross, 
And shed his precious blood ; 
Thus he obtained a righteousness 
For all who mourn for pardoning 

grace ; (God. 

Thro' Jesus we have peace with 

5. Rejoice, O heavens, and earth 

reply, (sky, 

With praise, ye sinners, fill the 
All grace his death procures ; 
Your woes to blessings he will 

change, 
You in his children's order range, 
Thro' him eternal life is yours. 

ErsKine. 



III. THE INCARNATION AND BIRTH OF JESUS CHRIST. 



(31.) 23.* t.97. 

JESUS, the almighty Son of God, 
Takes up with mortals his abode; 
He who was sworn to Abraham, 
Who ever was and is the same, 
Came in due time and mysteries 
reveal'd, (were conceai'd. 
Which from the world's foundation 

2. We, dead in sin and trespasses, 
The narrow way to life and peace 
Had neither will nor power to find; 
Nor were our stubborn hearts in- 

clin'd (know, 

To wish, or seek that happiness to 
Which love alone on sinners could 

bestow. 

3. Then Love brake forth, "Behold 

me still 
Prepaid, O God, to do thy will ; 
I freely come, I freely die, 
For guilty man to satisfy:. 
I in his stead will suffer on the 

tree, (set him free." 

From sin, and death, and hell to 

4. And thus, to save our souls from 

guilt, (spilt: 

Our Surety's precious blood was 
The sins of all on him were laid, 
And he for all hath fully paid: 
Now God, as children, freely will 

receive (believe. 

Repenting sinners who in Christ 

5. Out of mere grace unmerited, 
Salvation showers upon our head ; 
Because the Lamb was crucified 
Because the Lord of glory died, 
Are we invited to possess a throne, 
Before the world was made or- 

dain'd our own. 

Mattb. Stach. 



(32.) 24.* t. 22. 

TO God we render thanks and 

praise, 
Who pitied mankind's fallen race, 
And gave his dear and only Son, 
That us, as children, he might own. 

2. What grace, what great benevo- 

lence, (sense L 

What love, surpassing human 
For this great work no angel can 
Him duly praise, much less a man. 

3. The Word eternal did assume 
Our flesh and blood, and man be- 
come; (see 

The First and Last with wonder 
Partake of human misery. 

4. He came to seek and save the 

lost ; (cost, 

We stnn'd, and he would bear the 
That we might share eternal bliss; 
O what unbounded love was this. 

5. How wretched they who still 

despise 
Jesus, the pearl of greatest price : 
Those who neglect to hear his 

voice, (choice. 

Must perish by their own free 

6. Unhappy those who turn away. 
Or such as carelessly delay 

To meet their Saviour, tho' he came 
Their souls from misery to reclaim. 

7. Come, sinners, Jesus will re- 

ceive (live: 

The chief of sinners; come and 
"I'll dwell with you," our Saviour 

saith; (faith. 

Receive him in your hearts by 

M. Weiss, or Boh. Brn. 



INCARNATION OF CHRIST. 



(33.) 25. t. 590. 

BEHOLD, to us a Child is born, 

To us a Son is given; 
Unto the wretched and forlorn 

Descends the Lord from heaven: 
The promised seed, Immanuel, 

The everlasting God, (and hell, 
Comes down to save from death 

Poor sinners by his blood. 

2. Great is the hidden mystery 
That God became a man. 

He had from all eternity, 
In mercy form'd a plan 

To save from misery and distress 
The fallen human race; 

And now the Sun of righteousness 
His healing beams displays. 

3. Come, sinners, view the incar- 

nate Word, 
Who us and all things made; 
This helpless babe is Christ the 
Tho' in a manger laid- (Lord, 
For us to die is Jesns born, 
Adore his saving name ; 
Rejoice, rejoice, for all that mourn 
May his salvation claim. 

J. Swertncr. 



26.* 



t. 151. 



(34.) 

HOW shall I meet my Saviour 1 

How shall I welcome thee? 
What manner of behaviour 

Is now required of me 1 
I wait for thy salvation, 

Grant me thy Spirit's light, 
Thus will my preparation 

Be pleasing in thy sight. 
2. While with her sweetest flowers 

Thy Zion strews thy way, 
I'll raise with all my powers 

To thee a grateful lay: 
To thee, the King of Glory, 

I'll tune a song divine, 



And make thy love's bright story 
In graceful numbers shine. 

3. Love caused thy incarnation, 
Love brought thee down to me; 

Thy thirst for my salvation 

Procur'd my liberty: 
O love beyond all measure, 

Wherewith thou dost embrace 
Mankind, 'midst all that pressure 

Which since the fall takes place* 

4. No sinful man's endeavour, 
Nor any mortal's care, 

Could draw his sovereign favour 

To sinners in despair: 
Uncall'd he comes with gladness, 

Us from the fall to raise, 
And change our grief and sadness 

To songs of joy and praise. 

5. Ye who with deep contrition 
Bemoan your sinful state, 

Fear not, Christ gives remission 

Of sins, however great: 
He comes, repenting sinners 

With life and love to crown,. 
And make them happy winners 

Of glory like his own. 

Paul Gerhard. 

(36.) 27.* t. 22. 

REJOICE, our nature Christ as- 
sumes, 
Born of a virgin, Io, he comes, 
As the Messiah fore-ordain'd; 
Adore and wonder, every land. 

2. He left his bright, his glorious 

throne, (came down, 

He bow'd the heavens, to earth 
And thus his wondrous race began, 
As God with God and man with 

man. 

3. Behold a great, a heavenly light, 
From Bethlehem's manger shining 

bright, 



ic 



INCARNATION 



Around those who in darkness 
The night of evil to dispel, (dwell. 
4. Incarnate God, exert thy power, 
Arise, thou glorious conqueror; 
Subdue sin, death, and every foe, 
Erect thy kingdom here below. 

(37.) ' 28.* t. 157. 

RISE, my soul, shake off ail sad- 
ness, 
Christ is near — thee to cheer ; 
Angels sing with gladness ; 
Unto you is born a Saviour 
On this day; — don't delay 
To accept God's favour. 

2. Our eternal, kind Creator 
Leaves his own — glorious throne, 
And assumes our nature : 

From perdition full exemption 
To procure — and endure 
Death for our redemption. 

3. O the amazing demonstration 
Of his love, — which we prove 
By his incarnation ! 

If mankind by him were loathed, 
How could he— deign to be 
With our nature clothed % 

4. See your Saviour in a manger; 
'Midst his own,— -yet unknown, 
Treated like a stranger, 
Tended by an earthly mother : 
Him believe, — and receive, 

He is Christ your Brother. 

5. Ye that feel quite poor and 

needy, 
Come, who will, — take your fill, 
All things now are ready: 
He is come to be your Saviour, 
Full of love, — to remove 
Guilt and curse for ever. 

6. Jesus, hear my supplication, 
Grant me grace — to embrace 
Thee as my salvation: 



Then like Simeon, (O what fa- 
I desire — to retire (vour ! ) 

Hence in peace for ever. 

Paul Gerhard. 

(38.) 29. t. 166 or 22. 
INFINITE Source whence all did 

spring, (Lord, 

The whole creation's Head and 
Almighty andeternalKing, (ador'd: 
Who art in heaven and earth 
Thou whom the heavens cannot 

contain, (above, 

Didst deign to leave thy throne 
To be an infant poor and mean: 
O mystery deep, O boundless love. 

2. The cause of this, I know it well, 
Was thy great love and my great 

woe; 
To rescue me from death and hell, 
Thou didst consent to stoop so low; 
My misery mov'd the God of grace, 
Who in the Father's bosom lay, 
When the due time had taken 

place, 
His great compassion to display. 

3. What offerings shall I bring to 

thee, 
Immanuel, my King and God ? 
Who didst vouchsafe a man to be, 
To save me by thy precious blood; 
Thou, at whose birth the angels 

sing, (men," 

"Peace upon earth, good will to 
To whom the sages humbly bring 
Their gifts, though thou appear so 

mean. 

4. This will I do, thou Child divine, 
I'll give thee that for which thou 

cam'st, 
My soul and body, Lord, are thine, 
And them, in love to me, thou 

claim'st : 
My humble sacrifice receive, 



OF CHRIST. 



11 



Dear Jesus, born to bleed for me, 
That I by faith in thee might live,; 
And with thee live eternally. 

J. Toeltschig. 

(4CK) 30. t. 590. 

COME, ye redeemed of the Lord, 

Your grateful tribute bring, 
And celebrate with one accord, 

The birth of Christ our King: 
Let us with humble hearts repair 

(Faith will point out the road) 
To little Bethlehem, and there 

Adore the incarnate God. 

2. All glory to Immanuei's name 
The choirs of angels sing, 

Gladly these heralds peace pro- 
claim, 
Peace from our God and King: 
Well might the shepherds haste 
away 
This wondrous babe to see; 
Well might the sages homage pay, 
And bow r to him the knee. 

3. We all have reason to rejoice, 
When we this mystery view, 
That God assum'd our flesh and 

O wonder ever new ! (blood, 
We humbly in the dust adore; 

Lord, w T ho is like to thee, 
That thou, vile sinners to restore, 

Didst deign a man to be. 

J. Heart and M. Taylor. 



81.* 



t. 169. 



(42.) 

ARISE, my spirit, bless the day 
Whereon the ages' Sire 

A child became; thy homage pay, 
Receive him with desire. 

This is the night in which he came, 

Was born and put on human 
frame, 
Us sinners to deliver 
From sin and death forever. 



2. Welcome, thou Source of every 
O Jesus, King of glory; {good, 

Welcome, thrice welcome, Lamb of 
To this world transitory: [God, 

In grateful hymns thy name I'll 
praise, (my days; 

With heart and voice throughout 
For thy blest incarnation 
Procured my salvation. 

3. O lovely Infant, thou art full 
Of grace above all measure; 

Thou art more precious to my souF 

Than earth with all its treasure: 

Come, Jesus, come, abide with me, 

And let my heart thy dwelling be: 

Then I without cessation 

Shall joy in thy salvation. 

J. Riat. 

(43.) 32. t. 79. 

ALL glory be to God on high; 
Ye sons of Adam, fill the sky 

With songs of thankfulness; 
God, mov'd by everlasting love, 
Decreed with his dear Son above. 

A sinful w 7 orld to save and bless> 
2. He as a poor mean child was 
His birth no palace did adorn, (born; 

A manger was his bed; 
Look, look upon this rising sun, 
Till tears of love your eyes o'er- 
run (head. 

This lovely babe is Christ our 
M. Taylor. 

(44.) 33. t. 11. 

WHAT good news the angels 

bring ! 
What glad tidings of our King ! 
Christ the Lord is born to-day, 
Christ, who takes our sins away. 
2. He who rules both heaven and 
Hath in Bethlehem his birth; (earth 
Him shall all the faithful see, 
And rejoice eternally, 



12 



INCARNATION 



3. Lift your hearts and voices 

high, 
With hosannas fill the sky: 
Glory be to God above, 
Who is infinite in love. 

4. Peace on earth, good will to 

men: 
Now with us our God is seen: 
Angels join his name to praise, 
Help to sing redeeming grace. 

5. Jesus is the loveliest name, 
This the angel doth proclaim; 
Sinners poor he came to save, 
They in him redemption have. 

6. They who see themselves un- 

done, 
And take refuge to the Son, 
They shall all be born again, 
And with him in glory reign. 

Hammond. 



34.* 



t. 11. 



(45.) 

ALL the world give praises due; 
God is faithful, God is true; 
He to man doth comfort send 
In his Son, the sinners' friend. 

2. What the fathers wish'd of old, 
What the promises foretold, 
What the seers did prophesy, 

Is fulfill'd most gloriously. 

3. My salvation, welcome be; 
Thou, my portion, praise to thee; 
Come, and make thy blest abode 
In my heart, O Son of God. 

4. Grant thy comforts to my mind, 
Since I'm helpless, poor, and blind ; 
O may I in faith abide 

Thine, and never turn aside. 

5. Jesus, when in majesty 
Thou shalt come my judge to be, 
Grant in grace that I may stand 
Justified at thy right hand. 

H. Held. 



(46.) 35.* t. 22, 

IMMANUEL, to thee we sing, 
Thou Prince of Life,almightyKing, 
That thou, expected ages past, 
Didst come to visit us at last. 

2. Thou, Lord, tho' heaven belongs 

to thee, 
On earth a stranger deign'st to be; 
Thou clothest all,yet wear'st a dress 
Which doth the poorest state ex- 
press. 

3. On wither'd grass reclines thy 

head, 
A wretched manger is thy bed: 
Tho' thou appear'st among thine 

own, 
No kindness unto thee is shown. 

4. I thank thee, gracious Lord, that 

thou 
On my account did'st stoop so low; 
O that my words, my works and 

ways, (praise. 

May all proclaim thy matchless 

P. Gerhard. 

(48.) 36.* t. 22. 

TO-DAY we celebrate the birth 
Of Jesus Christ, who came on earth 
Man as his property to claim, 
And from perdition to redeem. 

2. Awake, my heart; my soul, arise; 
Look who in yonder manger lies; 
Who is that child, so poor & mean? 
'Tis he who all things doth sustain. 

3. Welcome, O welcome, noble 

guest, 
Who sinners not despised hast, 
But cam'st into our misery; (thee 1 
How shall we pay due thanks to 

4. Immanuel, incarnate God, 
Prepare my heart for thy abode: 
O may I, through thy aiding grace, 
In all I do, show forth thy praise. 

Dr, M. Luther. 



OF CHRIST. 



13 



37. 



t. 16. 



(49.) 

CHRIST the Lord, the Lord most 
glorious, 
Now is born; O shout aloud: 
Man by him was made victorious: 
Praise your Saviour, hail your 
God. 

2. Praise the Lord, for on us shineth 
Christ, the Sun of righteousness; 

He to us in love inelineth, (grace. 
Cheers our souls with pardoning 

3. Praise the Lord, whose saving 

splendour 
Shines into the darkest night ; 
O what praises shall we render 
For this never-ceasing light. 

4. Praise the Lord, God our salva- 

tion, 
Praise him who retriev'd our loss; 
Sing with awe,and love's sensation, 
Hallelujah, God with us. 

J. Miller. 

(50,) 38. t. 585. 

HAIL, thou wondrous infant stran- 
Born lost Eden to regain; (ger, 

Welcome in thy humble manger, 
Welcome to thy creature man; 

Hail Immanuel, :}|: 
Thou who wast ere time began. 

2. Say, ye blest seraphic legions, 
What thus brought your Maker 

down ] 
Say, why did he leave your regions, 
Whyforsake his heavenlythrone? 

Notes melodious :{j: 
Tell the cause: Good will to man. 

3. We this ofTer'd Saviour needed, 
Hence we join your theme with 

We by none will be exceeded, (joy, 
While we laud this mystery, 

And with wonder : }j : 
God incarnate glorify. 



39. t. 168. 

SEE the infant in the manger, 

See the incarnate God lie there, 
Helpless, indigent, a stranger, 

Born a man, our sins to bear ! 
From his birth despis'd, rejected, 
By his people unrespected, 
Ah ! Immanuel's every breath 
Was a draughtof wrath anddeath. 
Beuj. Latrooe. 

40. t. 585. 

ANGE LS, from the realms of glory 
Wing your flight all o'er the earth. 
Ye who sang creation's story, 
Now proclaim Messiah's birth: 

Come and worship, :{}: 
Worship Christ,the new born King t 
2. Shepherds, in the field abiding, 
Watching o'er your flocks bynight, 
God with man is now residing, 
Yonder shines the infant light: 

Come and worship, :[|: 
WorshipChrist,the new born King. 
3.Sages,leave your contemplations. 
Brighter visions beam afar: 
Seek the great Desire of nations; 
Ye have seen his natal star: 

Come and worship, :|J: 
WorshipChrist,the new born King. 

4. Saints, before the altar bending. 
Watching long in hope and fear, 
Suddenly the Lord descending, 
In his temple shall appear: 

Come and worship, :Jj: 
Worship Christ, the new born King. 

5. Sinners, wrung with true re- 

pentance, 
Doom'd for guilt to endless pains, 
Justice now revokes the sentence, 
Mercy calls you, — break your 

Come and worship,: jj : (chains: 

WorshipChrist,the newborn King, 

J. Montgomery, 



14 



INCARNATION 



41. 



T. 11. 



HARK! the herald angels sing: 
Wk Glory to the new-born King, 
Glory in the highest heaven, 
Peace on earth, and man forgiv'n. 5 ' 

2. Joyful, all ye nations, rise; 
Join the triumph of the skies: 
With the angelic host proclaim : 
"Christ is born in Bethlehem !" 

3. Veil'd in flesh the Godhead see ! 
Hail the incarnate Deity ! 

Pie as' d as man with men to dwell, 
Jesus our Immanuel. 

4. Hail the heaven-born Prince of 

peace! 
Hail the Sun of righteousness ! 
Light and life to all he brings, 
Ris'n with healing in his wings. 

5. Lo, he lays his glory by! 
Born, that man no more may die; 
Born, to raise the sons of earth; 
Born, to give them second birth. 

6. Sing we then, with angels sing: 
"Glory to the new-born King! 
Glory in the highest heaven, 
Peace on earth, and man forgiv'n." 

Wesley's Collection. 

(52.) 42* * t. 83. 

TRULY, that eventful day, 
When the God of our salvation ■ 
Helpless in a manger lay, 
Of our bliss laid the foundation ; 
Centuries had never gain'd, 
What he then for man obtain' d. 

2. Scarce had Adam fall'n from 

grace, 
Ev'n in paradise ensnared, 
When with parent's tenderness 
God his will to save declared : 
Should not such great mercy move 
All to praise, adore, and love ? 



3. See the Son of God descend, 
At the time by him directed, 
Thirty years on earth to spend, 
As a man despis'd, rejected. 

As a victim to be slain, 
His love's purpose to obtain. 

4. What sure prophecies foretold, 
And mysterious types depicted. 
Sacred covenants of old. 
Solemn promises predicted, 

All -was made Amen and Yea, 
On that great eventful day. 

5. What shall I now give to thee 1 
Take my heart as a thank-offering : 
What hast thou not done for me. 
By that life of woe and suffering 1 
This restores far more than all 

I had lost by Adam's fall. 



o4) 



43. 



t. 595. 



REJOICE in Jesus' birth, 

To us a Son is given, 
To us a Child is born on earth. 

Who made both earth and heaven 

2. His arm supports the sky, 
The universe sustains ; (high. 

The God supreme, the Lord most 
The King Messiah reigns. 

3. His name, his nature soar 
Beyond the angels' ken, 

Yet whom the angelic hosts adore. 
He pleads the cause of men. 

4. Our Councellor we praise. 
Our Advocate above, 

Who daily in his church displays 
His miracles of love. 

5. The mighty God is he, 
Author of life and bliss, 

The Father of eternity, 

The glorious Prince of peace. 



OF CHRIST. 



15 



^55.) 44. t. 585. 

HEAR, ye sinners, peace and par- 
Freely offered, glad receive; (don 
Nor your hearts yet longer harden, 
Hear his voice and ye shall live; 
To God glory in the highest, 
Peace on earth, good will to men. 

2. Meek and lowly see your Sa- 
Meet returning prodigals; (viour 
He receives them into favour, 
Therefore come, 'tis God who calls; 
Unto us a Son is given, 

Unto us a Child is born. 

3. Now to Bethlehem we're in- 
Or to Calvary, him to know, (vited. 
But ere long we shall be cited, 
When the trump of God shall blow, 
'Fore the presence of his glory, 
As the judge of quick and dead. 
4r. Then on clouds in glory seated, 
He'll pronounce their final doom, 
Who, while here, tho' oft entreated, 
For Immanuel found no room: 
Gracious Saviour, since thou call- 
May not one of us refuse. (est. 
5. May we all then stand before 

thee. 
Given unto thee without loss. 



(57.) 46. t. 585. 

PEACE on earth, heaven is pro- 
claiming: 
Peace,descending from above, (ing. 
Peace, good will, lost man reclaim- 
Peace from God, God who is love: 

Peace in Jesus, ;||: 
Peace that never shall remove. 
2. Glory to our great Creator. 
Glory in the highest strain; 
Glory to the Mediator, 
Both from angels and from men: 

To Immanuel, :|[: 
All the glory doth pertain. 

(58.) 47. t. 22. 

MAKER of all things, Lord our 
God, (blood. 

Now veil'd in feeble flesh and 
To reconcile and set us free 
From endless woe and misery: — 
2. What heights, what depths of 

love divine 
In thy blest incarnation shine: (lays 
Let heaven and earth unite their 
To magnify thy boundless grace. 

(59.). 48. t. 14. 



As thy saints, who here adore thee,! HOSANN A to the royal Son 



In the manger, on the cross: 
To God glory in the highest, 
Peace on earth, good will to men. 

(56.) 45. t. 16. 

WELCOME, blessed heavenly 

stranger ! 
Open, Holy Ghost, mine eyes, 
Lead me to my Saviour's manger, 
Show me where my Jesus lies. 
2. O most Mighty, O most Holy, 
Far above the seraph's thought ! 
Zion, view thy King, as lowly 
As inspired prophets taught. 



Of David's ancient line: 
His natures two, his person one. 
Mysterious and divine. 

2. The root of David, here we find. 
And offspring are the same: 

Eternity and time are join'd 
In our Immanuel's name. 

3. Blest he that comes to wretched 

men 
With peaceful news from heav'n; 
Hosannas in the highest strain 
To Christ the Lord be given. 

Watt*. 



16 



INCARNATION 



(62.) 49.* t. 14. 

BOTH to the seraph and the worm 
God's goodness doth abound; 
He calms the sea, calls forth the 

storm, 
And fructifies the ground. 
"2 But yet his mercy to man's race 
More richly was display'd; 
He pitied us in our distress, 
And therefore flesh was made;- 
3. That he as man might sympa- 
thise 
With every grief we feel, 
And being made a sacrifice, 
With blood our pardon seal. 

(64.) 50. t. 586. 

I WILL rejoice in God my Saviour, 
And magnify this act of love; 
I'm lost in wonder at his favour, 
Which made him leave his throne 

above, 
To take upon him human nature, 
To suffer for his wretched crea- 
ture, 
Dire anguish, keenest pain, 
And death-pangs to sustain, 
My soul to gain, 

Beuj. Latrobe. 

(65.) 51. t. 159. 

WISDOM and power to Christ be- 
Who left his glorious throne; (long, 
The new, the blessed gospel-song 
Is due to him alone; 
Join all on earth in Jesus' praise, 
Join with the highest seraph's lays: 
To us, to us God's Son is given, 
The Lord of earth and heaven. 

(66,) 52. t. 167. 

COME, thou universal blessing, 
Thou, the woman's promis'd seed; 



Perfect bliss and joy unceasing, 
Deign throughout the earth to 

spread, 
By thy holy incarnation, 
Life, and death our guilt remove. 
Visit us with thy salvation, 
Bless us with thy heavenly love. 



(67. 



53. 



t. 205. 



GRACIOUS Saviour, mov'd by 

love, 
Thou the lofty heavens didst bow, 
Thou didst leave thy throne 

above, 
With lost man to dwell below; 
Here among us thou wilt be, 
We rejoice alone in thee, 
Here thy name we will record, 
O Immanuel, our Lord, 



(68.) 



54, 



t. 249, 



WITH awe and deeply bow'd, 
We praise :[|: the incarnate God, 
Who took our flesh and blood; 
Unto the child at Bethlehem, 
Whose birth the angelic choirs pro- 
claim, 
We our thank-offerings bring, 
And grateful sing 
Praises to our heavenly King. 

(69.) 55.* t. 39: 

TO God our Immanuel, made flesh 

as we are, 
Our Friend, our Redeemer, and 

Brother most dear, 
Be honour and glory: Let with 

one accord 
All people say, Amen ! Give praise 

to the Lord. 

Gregor. 



17 



IV. THE NAME OF JESUS, AND HIS WALK ON EARTH. 



(70.) 56.* t. 146. 

LORD Jesus, when I trace, 

Thee as the great Creator, 
With fear I hide my face ; 

But when in human nature 
I see thy deep distress, 

And lowliness of heart, 
I freely must confess 

That thou my brother art. 

2. Therefore I'll thee adore 

With deep humiliation, 
And own thee evermore 

Lord of the whole creation ; 
But thy humanity, 

Thy birth, thy life, and death, 
Unite my soul to thee, 

Until my latest breath. 



57. 



t. 14. 



HARK, the glad sound ! the Sa- 
viour comes, 
The Saviour promis'd long ; 
Let every heart prepare a throne, 
And every voice a song. 

2. He comes, the prisoners to re- 
in Satan's bondage held ; (lease, 
The gates of brass before him 
The iron fetters yield. (burst, 

3. He comes, from thickest films 

of vice, 
To clear the mental ray, 
And on the eye, long clos'd in 
To pour celestial day. (night. 

4. He comes, the broken heart to 

bind, 
The bleeding soul to eure ; 
And, with the riches of his grace, 
To bless the humble poor. 

4 



5. Our glad hosannas, Prince of 

peace, 
Thy welcome shall proclaim ; 
And heaven's eternal arches ring 
With thy beloved name. 

Doddridge. 



58. 



T. 11. 



SWEETER sounds than music 

knows 
Charm me in Immanuel's name ; 
All her hopes my spirit owes 
To his birth, and cross, and shame. 

2. When he came the angels sung, 
" Glory be to God on high!" 
Lord, unloose my stammering 

tongue, 
Who should louder sing than 1 1 

3. Did the Lord a man become, 
That he might the law fulfil, 
Bleed and suffer in my room, 
And canst thou, my tongue, be still? 

4. No, I must my praises bring, 
Though they worthless are and 
For should I refuse to sing, (weak : 
Sure the very stones would speak. 

5. O my Saviour, Shield, and Sun, 
Shepherd, Brother, Husband, 

Friend, 
Ev'ry precious name in one, 
I will love thee without end. 

J. Newton. 



59. 



T.14. 



(71.) 

HOW sweet the name of Jesus 
In a believer's ear ; (sounds 

It soothes his sorrows, heals his 
wounds, 
And drives away his fear. 



NAME OF JESUS. 

wounded spirit 



2. It makes the 

whole. 
And cairns the troubled breast; 
'Tis manna to the hungry soul, 
And to the weary rest. 

3. Jesus, the Rock on which I build. 
My Shield and Hiding-place, 

My never failing Treasury, nll'd 
With boundless stores of grace : 

4. Jesus, my Shepherd, Saviour, 

Friend, 
My Prophet, Priest, and King ; 
My Lord, my Life, my Way, my 
Accept the praise I bring. (End, 

5. Weak is the effort of my heart 
And cold my warmest thought ; 

But when I see thee as thou art, 
I'll praise thee as I ought. 

6. Till then I would thy love pro- 

claim 
With every fleeting breath ; 
And may the music of thy name 
Refresh my soul in death. 

J. Newt ou. 

60. t. 590. 

THOU dear Redeemer, dying 
Lamb ! 

We love to hear of thee ; 
No music lik§ thy charming name, 

Nor half so sweet can be : 
O may we ever hear thy voice ! 

In mercy to us speak ; 
And in our priest we will rejoice, 

Thou great Melchizedeck ! 
2. Our Jesus shall be still our 
theme, 

While in this world we stay ; 
We'll sing our Jesus' lovely name, 

When all things else decay : 
When we appear in yonder cloud, 

With all its favour'd throng. 



Then will we sing more sweet, 
more loud, 
And Christ shall be our song, 

Cennick. 

(72.) 61. t. 14. 

JESUS, I love thy charming name, 
T Tis music to my ear ; 
I gladly would thy praises sound, 
That earth and heaven might hear. 

2. Yes, thou art precious to my 
In thee is ail my trust ; (soui r 
Jewels to me are gaudy toys, 
And gold is sordid dust. 

3. O may thy name still cheer my 
heart, 

And shed its fragrance there ; 
The noblest balm for all its wounds. 
The cordial of its care. 

4. I'll speak the honours of thy 
name, 

With my last labouring breath ; 
When speechless, thou shalt be my 
My joy in life and death. (hope, 
Doddridge . 

(73.) 62,* t. 58. 

S ACRED name of Jesus, 
So great and holy, 
That all our tongues can never 
praise thee truly, 

'Fore thee we bow. 

2. Saving name of Jesus, 
In which salvation (and nation. 
Is preach'd to every kindred tongue. 

Might all thee know. 

3. Blessed name of Jesus, 
How efficacious (serve us, 
To save, to sanctify, and to pre- 

Thee we adore. 

4. Powerful name of Jesus, 
In heaven revered, 



NAME OF JESUS. . 19 

On earth by all believers lov'd and j Or spends the night in fervent 



feared, 

Glory to thee. 

5. Name for ever sacred, 
For ever precious ; 
Let all within us echo Jesus, Jesus, 
For evermore. 

CVnnick. 

(74. ) 68, t. 119. 

JESUS' name, :||: 
Source of life and happiness ; 
In this name true consolation 
Mourning sinners may possess ; 
Here is found complete salvation : 
Blessed Jesus, we thy name will 
All our days. :||: (praise 

2. God with us, :|; 
God appears in human frame ; 
; In his name rejoice with gladness, 
Since to save lost man he came ; 
None need sink in hopeless sadness, 
For Immanuel is now with us, 
God with us. :|: 



64. 



T. 14. 



(76.) 

MY God a man, a man indeed, 
An infant weak and poor ; 

Born for a sinful race to bleed, 
Salvation to procure ! 

2. Who can describe the loveliness. 
Which was, blest Child, in thee 1 

Thy whole deportment heavenly 
And true humility. (grace 

3. According to the appointed plan, 
My infant Saviour grew 

In favour both with God and man, 
In years and stature too. 

4. Often oppress'd with human 

care 
He to his Father sighs, 



prayer, 
And offers tears and cries. 

5. Again, as teacher of mankind 
I see my humble Lord : 

How cheerfully was he inclined 
To preach the saving word. 

6. To comfort men was his delight. 
To help them in distress ; 

He ready was by day and night 
To pardon, heal, and bless. 

7. Oft was he hungry, spent, and 

sad, 
In his own world a guest, 
And of his own no place he had, 
His weary head to rest. 

8. Ah, might my heart a mirror be. 
Reflecting Jesus' grace, 

That all who my behaviour see, 
May some resemblance trace. 

9. Grant me that meek and lowly 

mind, 
Thou hast on earth display 'd, 
Which in thy holy life I find, 
My Pattern, Lord and Head. 

J. Swertner. 

(77.) 65.* t. 168. 

MAN of sorrows and acquainted 
With our griefs, what shall we say ? 
Never language yet hath painted 
All the woes that on thee lay : 
Had I seen thee cloth'd in weakness. 
Bearing our reproach and sickness. 
To attend thee day and night 
W^ould have been my he arts delight. 

2 O that to this heavenly stranger 
I had here my homage paid, 
From his first sigh in the manger, 
Till he cried, " "J'is finished :" 
That first sigh had consecrated 
Me his own; and I had waited 



20 



NAME OF JESUS. 



On him from his infancy 
In a constant liturgy. 

3. Walking, speaking, in devotion, 
Far to fields or forests stray'd, 
I had watch'd his every motion, 
And my Lord my pattern made : 
More have angels ne'er desired, 
Than on him, or far retired, 
Or at home, awake, asleep, 
Fix'd their wondering eyes to keep, 

4. Tell me, little flock beloved, 
Ye, on whom shone Jesus' face, 
Whatwithin your souls thenmoved 
When ye felt his kind embrace 1 

disciple, once most blessed, 
Asa bosom friend caressed, 
Say, could e'er into thy mind 
Other objects entrance find 1 

5. Oft to prayer by night retreated, 
See him from all search withdrawn ; 
Tearful eyes and sighs repeated 
Witness'd still the morning dawn ; 
There, where he made intercession, 

1 bad pour'd forth my confession 
And where for my sins he wept, 
Praying, I the watch had kept. 

6. Should I thus to thee have cleaved 
'Midst thy poverty and woes, 

On thee, as my Lord, believed, 
Or perhaps have join'd thy foes 1 
\h, thy mercy I had spurned ; 
But thyself my heart hast turned ; 
Now thou know'st, beneath, above, 
Nought compar'd with thee I love 



From the manger to the cross 
All he did, he did for us :-— 

3. All our woes he did retrieve; 
He expir'd that we might live ; ^ 
By his stripes our wounds are heal'd, 
By his blood our pardon's seal'd. 

4. Lord, conform us to thy death, 
Raise us to new life by faith ; 
Through thy resurrection's power, 
May we praise thee evermore. 

5. Circumcise our sinful hearts ; 
Purify our inward parts : 
Lord, destroy the carnal mind, 
That in thee we peace may find. 

6. In thy righteousness array 'd 
Let us triumph and be glad ; 
Let us walk with thee in white, 
Let us see thy face in light. 

W. Hammond. 

67.* t. 14. 



66. 



(78.) 

SEE, my soul, God ever blest 
In the flesh made manifest ; 
Human nature he assumes, 
He, to ransom sinners, comes. 
2. He fulfil'd all righteousness, 
Standing in the sinner's place ; 



11, 



(79.) 

IMMANUEL'S meritorious tears 
Assuage our every pain; (pray'rs, 

His bitter sufferings, cries, and 
Our fav'rite theme remain. 

2. When Jesus' suffering life we 
In every scene we find, (trace, 

That he a man of sorrows was, 
Though of unspotted mind. 

3. All they who weeping now go 
And bear the precious seed, (forth, 

May in our Saviour's walk on earth 
Pattern and comfort read. 

4. O 'tis the greatest happiness, 
When of his peace divine 

We have a feeling, and he says, 
Fe,ar not, for thou art mine." 

5. Our thankful tears then testify 
That Jesus wept for us, 

And we, possessing heavenly joy, 
For him count all things loss. 



NAME OF JESUS. 

2.) 



6. Yet tears of grief at times bedew 
Our cheeks while here we stay ; 

When we in heav'n his face shall 

He'll wipe all tears away. (view. 

z. 

T. 14. 



68. 



(80.) 

MY dear Saviour,when thy cares, 
Thy toils for me I read, 

My eyes run o'er with grateful tears, 
And I bow down my head. 

2. Thy suffering life I cannot trace, 
Or read thy sacred word, 

But I'm o'ercome with thankfulness 
To thee, my gracious Lord. 

3. What am I, Lord, that thou so 

much 
Shouldst love and value me 1 
Vile dust am I, yet thou for such 
Didst bear thy misery. 

J. Cermick. 

(81.) 69. t. 22. 

MY dear Redeemer, and my Lord, 

1 read my duty in thy word ; 
But in thy life the law appears 
Drawn out in living characters. 

2. Such was thy truth, and such 

thy zeal, 
Such deference to thy Father's will, 
Such love, and meekness so divine, 
I would transcribe and make them 

mine. 

3. Cold mountains and the mid- 

night air 
Witness'd the fervour of thy pray'r : 
The desert thy temptations knew, 
Thy conflict and thy victory too. 

4. Be thou my pattern ; let me bear 
More of thy gracious image here ; 
And at thy right hand me confess, 
Glad in thy robe of righteousness. 

Isaac Watts. 



21 

70. t. 79. 

THE wise men from the East ador'd 
The infant Jesus as their Lord, 
Brought gifts to him their King : 
Jesus, grant us thy light, that we 
The way may find, and unto thee, 
Our hearts, our all, a tribute bring. 

2. May Jesus Christ, the spotless 

Lamb, 
Who to the temple humbly came 
The legal rights to pay, 
Subdue our proud and stubborn will, 
That we his precepts may fulfil, 
Whate'er rebellious nature say. 

Ancient Church. 



5.) 



71. 



t. 14. 



O SON of God and man, receive 
This humble work of mine ; 

Worth to my meanest labour give, 
By blessing it with thine. 

2. Servant of all, to toil for man 
Thou didst not, Lord, refuse : 

Thy majesty did not disdain 
To be employ'd for us. 

3. In all I think, or speak, or do, 
Let me shew forth thy praise ; 

Thy bright example still pursue 
Through all my future days. 

4. By faith thro' outward cares I go, 
From all distraction free ; 

My hands alone engag'd below, 
My spirit still with thee. 

5. When thou, my Saviour, shalt 
Then gladly may I cry, (appear, 

" The work thou gavest me while 
Is done, — to thee I fly." (here, 

72. t. 14. 

IN duties and in sufferings too, 
My Lord I fain would trace ; 



22 



As thou hast done, so would 
Depending on thy grace. 

2. Inflam'd with zeal, 'twas thy de- 
To do thy Father's will ; (light, 

May the same zeal my soul excite. 
Thy precepts to fulfil. 



SUFFERINGS AND DEATH 

I do, 



3. Meekness, humility, and love, 
Through all thy conduct shine ; 

O may my whole deportment prove, 
A copy, Lord, of thine. 

Beddome* 



V. THE SUFFERINGS AND DEATH OF JESUS CHRIST. 



(85.) 73. t. 114. 

WHAT human mind can trace 

the condescension 
Of our almighty Makers love to 
man 1 (scan ; 

No angel can the hidden mystery 
Redeeming love is past our compre- 
hension ; (prove 
Yet by the Spirits teaching we can 
From Jesus' agony, that God is 
love. 

2. Pursue, my soul, the sacred 

meditation, (God ; 

And view the agonizing Lamb of 
Behold him bow'd beneath the 

ponderous load (salvation ; 
Of all thy sins, to purchase thy 
He riseth with a heart-affecting 

look, (Kedron's brook. 

And with his followers passeth 

3. My spirit now with solemn, 

deep devotion 
Doth follow Jesus to Gethsemane ; 
There he on my account doth weep 

and pray, (potion ; 

O'ercome with horror at the bitter 
Yet to his Father's will he is re- 

sign'd : (mind. 

Grant me, dear Jesus, thy obedient 



4. I see my Saviour kneeling, 

groaning, weeping ; 
He prostrates on the ground and 

prays for me, (agony ; 

Yea, trembling wrestleth in an 
And while his sad disciples all are 

sleeping, (are drown'd, 

His soul in grief, his eyes in tears 
His sweat as drops of blood falls to 

the ground. 

5. By all thy grief, thy tears and 

supplication, 
Thy bloody sweat, thy bitter agony, 
O grant that I may love thee ar- 
dently ; (consolation ; 
Be thou, dear Lord, my life and 
Whene'er temptation would my 
soul beset, (Olivet. 
I'll pray to thee, and think of 
J. Swertner. 

(86.) 74. t.79. 

BEHOLD, how in Gethsemane 
The incarnate God doth sweat for 
Till drops of blood fall down ; (thee, 
For thee the Lord lies prostrate 
there, (prayer, 

Hear his thrice-utter'd mournful 
Mark every dolorous sigh and groan. 

2. I'm lost in wonder and amaze; 
Here I'll abide, and melt, and gaze ; 



OF JESUS CHRIST. 



23 



'Tis God's beloved Son. 

How heavy is the weight he bears ; 

His soul is fill'd with grief and 

fears, 
Lo, now the bitter cup comes on. 

3. Lord, dost thou suffer thus for 
Dost thou endure such misery, (mel 
To give me life and peace 1 
Then will I henceforth ne'er forget, 
That thou didst on Mount Olivet 
By prayers and tears gain my re- 
lease. Bfr. Taylor. 

(8L) 75. t. 96, or 90. 

OFTEN I call to mind the place 
Gethsemane, to which the Lamb, 
Who lov'd to be in loneliness, 
With his disciples often came: 
Where, out of boundless love to 
He wrestled in an agony. (me 

2. There, overwhelmed with grief, 

he said: 
" My soul is sorrowful to death ; 5 ' 
And suffering freely in my stead, 
He drank the bitter cup of wrath : 
Now on his knees, then on his 

face, (and prays 

He weeps, and sweats, and bleeds 

3. So loved me the eternal God, 
That he became the Son of man, 
And took my sins' prodigious load ; 
My soul, admire his gracious plan : 
Thy stripes, thy guilt and curse he 

bore; 
Believe, and thankfully adore. 

J. Cennick. 

(88.) 76.* t. 99. 

MOST awful sight! my heart doth 

break ; 
Oh, it can ne'er my mind forsake, 
How thou for me hast wept and 

prayed ; 



Might I for thy soul's agony, 
When wrestling with death bitterly, 
Lord, as thy trophy be displayed. 
Gr. 

77. t. 581, or 83. 
EDEN, from each flowery bed, 
Did for man short sweetness 

breathe ; 
Soon, by Satan's counsel led, 
Man wrought sin, and sin wrought 
But of life the healing tree (death : 
Grows in rich Gethsemane. 

2. Here's my claim, and here alone> 
None a Saviour more can need ; 
Deeds of righteousness I've none. 
No, not one good work to plead : 
Not a glimpse of hope for me, 
Only in Gethsemane. 

Hart. 



(91.) 



78. 



t. 185. 



MY Redeemer, overwhelm'd with 
Went to Olivet for me ; (anguish, 
There he kneels, his heart doth 

heave and languish 
In a bitter agony ; (senses, 

Fear and horror seize his soul and 
For the hour of darkness now 

commences : 
Ah, how doth he weep and groan, 
For rebellious man to atone. 

2. How is Jesus' sacred soul op- 
pressed 
With our sins' prodigious load. 
Tho' an angel comforts the dis- 
tressed, 
Weak, and fainting Lamb of God, 
Yet, what trembling seizeth him 
all over, (visage cover, 

Tears, and sweat, and blood his 
And in drops fall to the ground, 
While his heart in grief is drown'd* 



u 



SUFFERINGS AND DEATH 



3. Stripes and cruel mockeries he 

endured, 
Meek and patient, in our stead ; 
How are Jesus' gracious eyes ob- 
scured ; 
View his wounded back and head : 
He, whom thorns and scourges la- 
cerated, (created; 
Is the Lord, who all things hath 
Ah, his sufFe rings, pain, and woe 
Make my eyes with tears o'erflow. 

4. See him bear his cross in deep 

affliction 
On his sore and wounded back, 
Led to Calvary for crucifixion, 
Where his limbs they stretch and 

rack ; (slaughter, 

As a lamb he's led unto the 
And his soul is poured out like 

water ; 
Vinegar and gall he tastes, 
While his suffering body wastes. 

5. Now behold him weeping, bleed- 

ing, crying, 
'Midst two thieves upon the cross : 
Lo, he bows his sacred head, and 
Life eternal gains for us : (dying, 
Lord, afford -us all thy Spirit's 

unction, (punction ; 

To consider this with heart's corn- 
Might our words and actions prove 
That we know thy dying love. 

6. Our enraptur'd hearts shall ne'er 

be weary 

On our dying Lord to gaze ; 

At his cross in faith we wish to 
tarry, 

There shall be our hiding-place ; 

May his dying look remain en- 
graven (and heaven 

On our hearts ; for pardon, life, 

Our Redeemer then procur'd 

When he death for us endur'd. 



7. Therefore all his agony and pas* 
And his sin-atoning death, (sion, 
Shall remain thro' grace our faith's 

foundation, 
While we draw our vital breath : 
Thus shall neither honor, wealth, 

nor pleasures ; (sures ; 

Rob our souls of everlasting trea- 
Jesus, both by day and night, 
Shall remain our sole delight. 

8. Could we tune our hearts and 

voices higher 
Than man's most exalted lays, 
Yet, till join'd to the celestial choir, 
Cold would prove our warmest 

praise : (hension^ 

Jesus' love exceeds all compre- 
But our love to him we scarce dare 

mention ; 
We may weep beneath his cross, 
But he wept and bled for us. 

9. O delightful theme, past all ex- 

pression, 
" Thy Redeemer died for thee :" 
Ah, this prompts my deepest ado- 
ration, 
When I hear, " He died for me :" 
Might my thoughts, my words and 
whole behaviour, (Saviour ; 
Prove that I believe in Christ my 
Yea, my love to Jesus show 
His to me in all I do. 

10. Lamb of God, thou shalt remain 

for ever 
Of our songs the only theme : 
For thy boundless love, thy grace 

and favour, 
We will praise thy saving name : 
That for our transgressions thou 

wast wounded, (sounded, 

Shall by us in nobler strains be 

When we, perfected in love, 

Once shall join the church above. 

Chr. R. v. Zinzendorf* 



OF JESUS CHRIST. 



25 



(92.) 79.* t. 151. 

THOU source of my salvation, 

Thou conqueror of my death, 
Who didst as my oblation 

In torments yield thy breath ; 
Who bar'st the dreadful sentence 

Due to our guilty race, 
To screen my soul from vengeance; 

Accept my thanks and praise. 

2. I'll go with thee, my Saviour, 
Up to Mount Calvary ; 

x\nd view with spirit's fervour 
All thou hast done for me : 

Thus with intense devotion 
I follow thee each step, 

While tender love's emotion 
Makes heart and eyes to weep. 

3. I see my Saviour languish 
In sad Gethsemane, 

Till through his pores in anguish 
Great blood-drops force theirway : 

The load which him oppresses, 
I, I deserve to feel ; 

The bloody sweat of Jesus 

Doth soul and body heal. 

4. My Saviour was betrayed, 
Reproach and pain to meet ; 

My sins the Lord conveyed 

'Fore Pilate's judgment seat : — 

These, these did him deliver 
Into the foe's dire hand ; 

I should have felt for ever 

The pangs my Lord sustain'd. 

5. Behold the man, he beareth 
God's wrath and curse for us : 

A crown of thorns he weareth, 
For us endures the cross : 

There, to complete his passion, 
His sorrows, pain, and woe, 

His blood for our salvation 
In copious streams doth flow. 



6. Thou for thy foes entreatest ; 
Lord Jesus, who was 1 1 

Thy friends thou not forgettest ; 

Turn, Lord, to me thine eye : 
Thy mouth now grace declareth 

To the repenting thief; 
My guilty soul this cheereth ; 

Of sinners I am chief. 

7. In anguish thou complainest^ 
u My God forsaketh me ;" 

" I thirst," thou then exclaimesi,. 

Yet none refresheth thee : 
Thy passion being ended 

Thou criest, " 'Tis finished ; 
" My spirit be commended 

« To God :"—'Twas finished. 

8. My heart with love is glowing^ 
I see my Saviour die ; 

His head I see him bowing, 
This brought me endless joy :: 

He gave his soul an offering 
For sin, that I might live ; 

He sav'd me by his suffering, 
To him myself I give* 

9. Thou God of my salvation, 
In whom I trust by faith, 

Who hast for my transgression 
Lain in the dust of death ; 

I place upon thy merit 

While here my confidence ; 

And will commend my spirit 
To thee, when I go hence. 

10. Lord, grant me thy salvation 
And peace divine, I pray, 

While under tribulation 

On earth below I stay ; 
Till I shall stand before thee, 

And for redeeming grace, 
With all the saints in glory, 

My Hallelujah raise. 

Wobeser & v. Bruiningk. 



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SUFFERINGS AND DEATH 



(93.) 



80.* t. 594 or 184. 



WITH my sins' heavy load op- 
Inspirit I my Saviour view, (pressed, 
I see him mourning and distressed, 
While floods of tears his cheeks 

bedew : 
To change my sorrow into gladness, 
His sweat was mix'd with blood, 

and he, 
Fill'd with unutterable sadness, 
Trembled and agoniz'd for me. 

2.0'erwhelm'd with grief and rack'd 

with torment, 
He's pain'd in every weary limb ; 
They that should watch with him 

lie dormant, 
An angel comes to comfort him : 

how heart-piercingly he prayed, 
When he his Father did accost, 
To have the bitter cup delayed ; 
Here is my soul in wonder lost. 

3. I see his countenance defiled, 
His hands by ruffians rudely bound; 

1 see him buffeted, reviled, 

His head with thorns in mockery 

crown 'd ; 
Thus to the multitude displayed, 
His back with cruel scourges torn, 
A reed he beareth, is arrayed 
In purple, and then hail'd in scorn. 

4. Fainting beneath the cross's 

burden, 

He enters on his dolorous road; 

For us to purchase peace and par- 
don, 

Aforehand feels the wrath of God. 

I see him now in sore affliction 

Ascend the brow of Calvary ; 

9 Tis here I view his crucifixion, 

Thereby it was he saved me. 

5. I see his hands and feet extended 
Upon the cross in keenest smart ; 



He bows his head, the conflict's 

ended ; 
I see the spear transfix his heart : 
Thus closed he his bitter passion, 
Expiring on the accursed tree ; 
Then horror seiz'd the whole crea- 
tion, (me. 
But streams of grace came over 

6. The thought of blood and water 

bursting (heart; 

From God, my rock, o'ercomes my 
I for that living flood am thirsting, 
O may it stream thro' every part : 
Lord, for thy love with adoration 
I'll thank and laud thee all my days, 
Long as I live shall each pulsation 
And every breath declare thy praise. 

7. This awful, blessed meditation 
Oft fiills my soul with conscious 

shame, 
That Jesus died for my salvation, 
Who to his mercy had no claim : 
How poor I am, how void of glory, 
Thou, Lord, know'st best ; but yet 

when I, (thee, 

With all my ailments, come before 
My suit is granted presently. 

8. Thou, Jesus, art my God and 

Saviour, (power ; 

Thee will I serve with all my 
On thee I'll meditate for ever, 
And for thy goodness thee adore : 
Thy dying love hath captivated 
My heart, and now my chief delight, 
Until to heaven I am translated, 
Is to enjoy thee day and night. 

Chr. R. v. Zinzendorf. 

(94.) 81. t. 167. 

GREAT High-priest, we view thee 

stooping 
With our names upon thy breast, 
In the garden, groaning, drooping, 



OF JESUS CHRIST. 



27 



To the ground with horrors press'd : i 
Angels saw,struck with amazement, J 
Their Creator suffer thus ; (ment. ! 
We are fill'd with deep abase- 
Since we know 'twas done for us. 

2. Jesus, to thy garden lead us, 
To behold thy bloody sweat ; (us, 
Tho' thou from the curse hast freed 
May we ne'er the cost forget : 

Be thy groans and cries rehearsed 
By thy Spirit in our ears, 
Till we, viewing whom we pierced, 
Melt in penitential tears. 

3. On the cross thy body broken 
Cancels every legal charge ; 
Pleading this authentic token, 
Guilty souls are set at large ; 
All is fmish'd, truth hath said it, 
Doubt no more, believe your Lord ; 
To frail reason give no credit, 
You have his unerring word. 

4. Lord, we fain would trust thee 

solely, 
'Twas for us thy blood was spilt ; 
Suffering Saviour, take us wholly, 
Take and form us as thou wilt ; 
Thou hast born the dreadful sen- 
tence, 
Pass'd on man's devoted race : 
Grant us faith and true repentance. 
They're thy gifts, thou God of 
grace. 

J. Hart. 

(100.) 82.* T. 151. 

O HEAD so full of bruises, 

So full of pain and scorn, 
Midst other sore abuses 
Mock'd with a crown of thorn ; 
O Head, ere now surrounded 

With brightest majesty, 
In death now bow'd and wounded ; 

Saluted be by- me. 



2. I give thee thanks unfeigned, 
O Jesus, friend in need, 

For what thy soul sustained, 
When thou for me didst bleed : 

Grant me to lean unshaken 
Upon thy faithfulness, 

Until I hence am taken, 
To see thee face to face. 

3. Lord, at my dissolution 
Do not from me depart ; 

Support at the conclusion 
Of life, my fainting heart ; 

And when I pine and languish, 
Seiz'd with death's agony, 

by thy pain and anguish 
Set me at liberty. 

4. Lord, grant me thy protection. 
Remind me of thy death 

And glorious resurrection, 
When I resign my breath : 

Ah then, though I be dying 
Midst sickness, grief, and pain. 

1 shall on thee relying, 

Eternal life obtain. 

P. Gerhard & Z. 



83. 



t. 79. 



(102.) 

O WORLD, see thy Creator 
Extended, like a traitor, 

Upon the cross's tree ; 
Behold him, while expiring, 
And for mankind acquiring 

Thereby life, grace, and liberty. 

2. Who hath thee thus abused, 
Dear Lord, and so much bruised 

Thy most majestic face 1 
Thou wast no sin's transactor, 
Thou wast no malefactor, 

Like others of the human race. 

3. I, I and my trangressions* 
W T hich b\~ my own confessions 

Exceed the sea-shore sands, 
These, these ha^e been the reasons- 



23 



SUFFERINGS AND DEATH 



Of thy whole bitter season, (bands. 
Of all thy bruises, stripes, and 

4. The highest obligations, 
Bind me through all life's stations, 

To express my thanks to thee : 
Poor tho' I am and feeble, 
As far as I am able, 

I'll yield thee service willingly. 

5. While here on earth I'm living, 
I have nought worth the giving 

To thee for all thy pain ; 
Yet shall thy passion ever, 
Till soul and body sever, (main, 

Deep in my heart engrav'd re- 
P. Gerhard. 



(103.) 



84.* t. 165. 



THOUSAND times by me be 
Jesus, who hast loved me, (greeted, 
And thyself to death submitted 
For my treason against thee : 
Ah, how happy do I feel, 
When 'fore thee I humbly kneel, 
At the cross where thou expiredst, 
And true life for me acquiredst. 

2. Jesus, thee I view in spirit, 
Cover'd o'er with blood and 

wounds : 
Now salvation through thy merit 
For my sin-sick soul abounds : 
O who can, thou Prince of peace, 
Who didst thirst for our release, 
Fully fathom all that's treasur'd 
In thy love's design unmeasur'd. 

3. Heal me, O my soul's Physician, 
Whereso'er I'm sick or sad ; 

All the woes of my condition 
By thy balm be now allay 'd ; 
Heal the hurts which Adam 

wrought, 
Or which on myself I've brought ; 
If thy blood me only cover, 
My distress will soon be over. 



4. On my heart thy wounds for 
Be inscrib'd indelibly, (ever 
That I ne'er forget, dear Saviour, 
What thou hast endur'd for me : 
Thou'rt indeed my highest good. 
End of all solicitude ; 

Let me, at thy feet abased, 

Be to taste thy friendship raised. 

5. With the deepest adoration 
Humbly at thy feet I lie ; 
And with fervent supplication 
Unto th ee for succour cry ; 
My petition kindly hear ; 

Say in answer to my prayer, (ness 
" I will change thy grief and sad- 
Into comfort, joy and gladness," 

6. Jesus, at my dissolution 
Take my longing soul to thee ; 
Let thy wounds at the conclusion 
Of this life my refuge be : 
When in death I close mine eyes, 
Let me wake in paradise, 

And in endless bliss and glory (thee. 

With the saints in heav'n adore 

P. Gerhard. 

(104.) (119.) 85.* t. 168- 

JESL T S, source of my salvation, 
Conqueror both of death and hell, 
Thou who didst, as my oblation, 
Feel what I deserv'd to feel, 
Through thy sufferings, death, and 
I eternal life inherit ; (merit, 

Thousand, thousand thanks to 
Dearest Lord, for ever be. (thee. 
2. Lord, thy deep humiliation 
Paid for my presumptuous pride ; 
I need fear no condemnation, 
Since for sinners thou hast died : 
Thou becam'st a curse, dear Sa- 
viour, 
To restore me to God's favour ; 
Thousand, &c. ' 



OP JESUS CHRIST. 



29 



3. Thou hast cancell'd my transgres- 
Jesus, by thy precious blood ; (sion, 
May I find therein salvation, 
Happiness and peace with God ; 
And since thou for sinners suffer- 
ing (ing, 
On the cross was made an offer- 
From all sin deliver me, 
That I wholly thine may be. 

Homburg & Rist. 



86*. 



t. 165. 



(105.) 

CHRIST, thy wounds and bitter 
passion, (tomb, 

Bloody sweat, cross, death, and 
Be my daily meditation, 
Till I to thy presence come. 
When a sinful thought would 
Ready to seduce my heart, (start, 
Thy sore pain effectually 
Me forbid with sin to dally. 

2. Would the world with gay 

allurement 
Draw me to its own broad way ; 
Let me think upon thy torment, 
And the load which on thee lay : 
Sure the sweat and precious blood 
Of the dying Lamb of God 
Can arm me on each occasion, 
To oppose the infatuation. 

3. Lord, in every sore oppression, 
Let thy wounds be my relief; 
When I seek thy intercession, 
Add new strength to my belief: 
Ah, the feeling of thy peace 
Sets my troubled heart at ease. 
And affords a demonstration 

Of thy love and my salvation. 

4. All my hope and consolation 
Christ, is in thy bitter death ; 
At the hour of expiration, 
Lord, receive my dying breath : 
Most of all, when I go hence, 



Let this be my confidence, 
That thy deep humiliation 
Has procured my salvation. 

J. Heermanii, 

(107.) 87.* t. 167. 

THE love wherewith I'm loved, 
Source of all my happiness ; 
Thou, O Love, by mercy moved, 
Tak'st upon thee my distress : 

As a lamb led to the slaughter 
Goest to the cross's tree, (water, 
Seal'st thy love with blood and 
Bear'st the world's iniquity. 

2. Love, so strikingly displayed 
In thy tears and bloody sweat : 
Love, by sinful men betrayed, 
Dragg'd before the judgment-seat : 
Love, who for my soul's salvation 
Willingly didst shed thy blood, 
Thro' thy death and bitter passion 

1 am reconcil'd to God. 

3. Love, who hast for me endured 
Death upon the accursed tree, 
And eternal bliss procured, 

Fill my soul with love to thee : 
Lord, how hast thou captivated 
My else cold and lifeless heart : 
Let me, till to heaven translated, 
Never more from thee depart. 

J. Angelas. 

(111.) 88. t. 168. 

O BEHOLD your Saviour wound- 
Hanging on the accursed cross; (ed, 
None hath e'er the love expounded, 
Our Redeemer show'd to us : 
Hear him at his crucifixion 
Pray for foes, midst keen affliction, 
"Them forgive ; they do not know, 
Heavenly Father, what they do." 
2. At his cross's foot now tarry, 
View his languid, marred face, 



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SUFFERINGS AND DEATH 



Mark his care for John and Mary ; 
To the thief he offers grace ; 
Ah, he thirsts with love unshaken ; 
*'God, why hast thou me forsaken ]" 
And, "'Tis finisfi'd," Jesus cries, 
Yields his spirit, droops, and dies. 
J. Swertner. | 

(112.) 89.* t. 168. 

SING with awe in strains melodi- 
ous, 
Sing with awe: Behold the man ; 
Yea, repeat in tones harmonious, 
Ah! behold, behold the man. 
On thy dying look, dear Saviour, 
I will fix my eyes for ever : 
I am never tir'd to gaze 
At thy lovely, bleeding face. 

2. Oh, this makes me think with 

sighing, 
I'm the cause : Behold the man ! 
But his love which I'm enjoying, 
Comforts me : Behold the man ! 
Ah, that cruelly abused (ed, 

Countenance, so marr'd and bruis- 
Makes my eyes with tears o'erflow, 
Till to him I've leave to go. 

3. Wounded head, back plough'd 

with furrows, 
Visage marr'd : Behold the man ! 
Eyes how dim, how full of sorrows, 
Sunk with grief: Behold the man ! 
Lamb of God, led to the slaughter, 
Melted, poured out like water; 
Should not love my heart inflame, 
Viewing thee, thou slaughter'd 

Lamb. Gregor. 

(114.) 90.* *. 594, or 184. 

ONE view, Lord Jesus, of thy pas- 
sion 
Will make the fainting spirit glad; 
This yields us solid consolation, 



When thy dear blood, so freely 
shed, (body ; 

Pervades and heals both soul and 
When thou dost give to us thy 
peace, (ready 

Ah, then our arms of faith are 
Thy cross, O Jesus, to embrace. 

2. No drop of blood thou deem'dst 

too precious, 
To shed for sinners vile like me : 
O that thy fire of love, dear Jesus. 
Inflam'd my heart with love to thee ; 
May thy atoning death and pas- 
Thy agony and bitter pain, (sion. 
Until my final consummation, 
Deep in my heart engrav'd remain. 

3. O might I live in the enjoyment 
Of all my Lord for me hath 

gain'd ; (ment. 

Might this be daily my employ- 
To muse on what his soul sus- 

tain'd : (graven 

O may his hands, whereon en- 
My poor and worthless name doth 

stand, 
Support me, till I in the haven 
Of endless joy shall safely land. 

C R. v. Z. 



91.* 



T. 14. 



(115.; 

MY life-supplying element 
Is Jesus' blood and death : 

My soul is eagerly intent 
To live therein by faith. 

2. Lord Jesus, who is like to thee I 
O might I night and day 

In spirit upon Calvary, 

That scene of suffering, stay. 

3. How highly favour'd had I been, 
Had I with John stood by, 

And my beloved Saviour seen, 
For my redemption die. 



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4. Beholding with deep reverence. 
Thy side for me then pierced, 

With what emotion had I thence 
Seen blood and water burst. 

5. O might thy dying love divine 
Become to me more clear, 

And smile in every smile of mine, 
And flow in every tear. 

6. When I depart, my latest breath 
To thee, Lord, shall ascend 

As a thank-offering for thy death ; 
Thus, blest my race will end. 

C. R. v. Z. 

92. t. 14. 



FOR ever here my rest shall be, 
Close to thy pierced side ; 

This all my hope and all my plea. 
For me the Saviour died. 

2. My dying Saviour and my God, 
Fountain for guilt and sin ! 

Sprinkle me ever with thy blood, 
And cleanse, and keep me clean. 

3. Wash me, and make me thus 

thine own ; 
Wash me, and mine thou art : 
Wash me, but not my feet alone, 
My hands, my head, my heart. 

4. The atonement of thy blood ap- 
Till faith to sight improve ; (ply, 

Till hope in full fruition die, 
And all my soul be love. 

Wesley's Collection 



2. With God my habitation 

Upon Mount Calvary 
I'll fix without cessation : 

Here it is good to be : 
Thus from my Saviour's death 
Deriving life by faith, 

Of heaven I have a foretaste. 
Until my latest breath. 

(118.) 94.* t, 151. 

HERE am I blushing, weeping, 

A breeze of heavenly bliss 
From Jesus' cross perceiving, 

Rejoicing that I'm his ; 
To him what shall I render, 

My grateful heart to show ] 
Did but my love more tender. 

More ardent for him glow. 

2. My Saviour's death and passion, 

His anguish, grief, and pain, 
j Until my consummation 

My favourite theme remain ; 
Himself hath sanctified 

The grave, my resting place, 
And since for me he died, 

I shall lie down in peace. 

(121.) 95*. r. 22. 

ROUND Tabor heavenly glories 

shone. 
But w T hat on Olivet was done, 
What signaliz'd Mount Calvary, 
Calls forth my praise:- 1 — 'twas done 

for me. z. 



(117.) 93. t. b. p. 114. 

THE slaughter'd Lamb, my Sa- 
Remains my sole delight, (viour, 

My favourite theme for ever, 
My object day and night ; 

The incense of his prayers, 

His cries and bitter tears, 
For me to God ascendeth ; 

My mournful cry he hears. 



(122.) 96. t. 5^2. 

WAS ever grief like thine, 
Jesus, thou man of woe 1 

The visage and the form divine, 
W T hy was it marred so 1 
That man, by thee restored, 
God's image might regain, 

And, by the sorrows of his Lord, 
In joys eternal reign. 



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SUFFERINGS AND DEATH 



(123.) 97.* t. 14. 

SEE, world, upon the shameful tree 

Thy Maker sinks in death; (thee, 
Cover'd with stripes and wounds for 

Thy Saviour yields his breath. 

2. Behold the streams of sacred 

blood, 

From hands, and feet, and side ; 
What hath drawn forth this copious 

flood, 
And swell'd this flowing tide 

3. My sins, as numerous as the 

sands 
Upon the ocean's shore, (hands. 
Have been the cruel, murderous 
That wounded thee so sore. 

4. Thy wondrous love to evidence 
Thou wouldst my surety be : 

Thyself wouldst pay my debt im- 
Thereby to set me free, (mense. 

5. Thou art destruction to the 
Death's enemy severe ; grave, 

That each, in bondage as its slave, 
Might now be sav'd from fear. 

6. My debt to thee, God, who art 

love, 
Weak words can ne'er express ; 
I cannot here, if there above, 
Return due thankfulness. 

7. Grant me the grace while I am 
Since I can nothing give, (here, 

Thy sufferings in my heart to bear, 
And by thy death to live. 



98. 



l\ 14. 



(124.) 

BEHOLD the Saviour of the world, 
Imbru'd with sweat and gore, 
Expiring on the accursed cross, 
Where he our sorrows bore. 
2. Compassion for man's fallen race, 
Brought down God's only Son, 



To veil in flesh his radiant face, 
And for our sins atone. 

3. Who can to love his name for- 
That of his sufferings hears, (bear 
And finds the ransom of his soul 
Was blood as well as tears 1 

4. When earth and hell's malicious 
Encompass'd thee around, (powers 
Thy sacred blood, O Son of God, 
Stream'd forth from every wound : 

5. Till death's pale ensigns o'er thy 

cheeks 
And trembling lips were spread ; 
Till light forsook thy dying eyes, 
And life thy drooping head. 

6. Joy for thy torments we receive, 
Life in thy death have found ; 
For the reproaches of thy cross 
Shall be with glory crown'd. 

7. May we a grateful sense retain 
Of thy redeeming love : 

And live below like those that hope 
To live with thee above. 

(125.) 99. t. 14. 

ALAS, and did my Saviour bleed, 
And did my Sovereign die 1 
Would he devote his sacred head 
For such a worm as I ? 

2. Was it for crimes that I had 
He groan'd upon the tree ] (done, 
Amazing pity, grace unknown, 
And love beyond degree. 

3. Well might the sun in darkness 
And shut his glories in, (hide 
When the almighty Maker died, 
An offering for my sin. 

4. Thus might I hide my blushing 
While Jesus' cross appears ; (face, 
Dissolve, my heart, in thankfulness, 
And melt, my eyes, in tears. 

Watts. 



OF JESUS CHRIST 
(126.) 100. t. 22. 

WHEN I by faith my Saviour see 
Expiring on the cross for me, 
Satan and sin no more can move, 
For I am fill'd with Jesus' love. 
3. His thorns and nails pierce thro' 

my heart, 
In every groan I bear a part; (eyes; 
I view his wounds with streaming 
But see, he bows his head and dies. 

3. Come, sinners, view the Lamb 

of God, (blaod, 

Wounded, and dead, and bath'd in 
Behold his side, and venture near, 
The well of endless life is here. 

4. Here I forget my cares and 

pains ; 
i drink, yet still my thirst remains ; 
Ohly the fountain-head above 
Can satisfy the thirst of love. 

5. O that I thus could always feel ; 
Lord, more and more thy love re- 
veal : (proclaim 

Then my glad tongue shall loud 
The grace and glory of thy name. 

6. Thy name dispels my guilt and 

fear, (ear ; 

Revives my heart and charms mine 

Affords a balm for every wound, 

And Satan trembles at the sound. 

J. Newton. 

^127.) 101. t. 14. 

BEHOLD the loving Son of God 

Stretch'd out upon the tree ; 
Behold him shed his precious blood 

And die for you and me. 
2. Why is his body rack'd with pains, 

And wrung with keenest smart 1 
Why flows the blood from all his 
veins, 

Why torn with grief his heart ? 

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3. All righteousness did he fulfil, 
No sin did ever know : 

He never thought nor acted ill ; 
Why was he wounded so ] 

4. Alas, we own with conscious 
shame, 

While we behold his cross, 
Our sins have slain the guiltless 
He sufTer'd all for us. (Lamb, 

5. But hence our confidence begins; 
For we may boldly say, 

That thus, by bearing all our sins, 
He took them all away. 

6. Our God is fully reconcil'd. 
His justice satisfied ; 

Each sinner may become his child, 
Since Jesus bled and died. 

7. Come ihen, ye needy sinners, 
come ; 

If ye accept, he'll give ; 
O suffer him to lead you home ; 
Whoever will, may live. 

M. Taylor. 

(128. J 102. t. 22. 

THERE hangs the Saviour of man- 
kind, 
His visage marr'd, his head reclin'd, 
His bleeding hands, hisbleeding feet 
Declare his love divinely great. 

2.The thieves,expiring on each side, 
Proclaim the crimes for which they 
died : (done ? 

But what, dear Saviour, hast thou 
Thou diedst for sin, but not thine 



3. Jesus, and didst thou bleed for 

great, O boundless mystery! (me? 

1 bow my head in deep amaze, 
And silently adore thy grace. 



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SUFFERINGS AND DEATH 



103. 



t. 582. 



(129.) 

GO forth in spirit, go 

To Calvary's holy mount ; 

See there thy friend between two 
thieves, 
Suffering on thy account, 

2. Fall at his cross's foot, 

And say, " My God and Lord, 
Here let me dwell, and view those 
wounds, 
Which life for me procur'd." 

3. Fix on that face thine eye ; 
Why dost thou backward shrink? 

What a base rebel thou hast been 
To Christ, thou now dost think. 

4 . Fear not ; for this is he 
Who always loves us first, 

And with white robes of righteous- 
Delights to deck the worst, (ness 

5. Or art thou at a loss 
What thou to him shalt say 1 

Be but sincere, and all thy case 
Just as it is display. 

6. His blood thy cause will plead, 
Thy plaintive cry he'll hear, 

Look with an eye of pity down, 
And grant thee all thy prayer. 
Greening. 

(130.) 104. t. 14. 

BEHOLD the Saviour of mankind 
Nail'd to the shameful tree ; 

How vast the love that him inclined 
To bleed and die for thee. 

2. Hark how he groans, while na- 

ture shakes, 
And earth's strong pillars bend ; 
The temple's veil in sunder breaks, 
The solid marbles rend. 

3. 'Tis done, the precious ransom's 

paid ; 
" 'Tis finish'd," Jesus cries ; 



Behold he bows his sacred head, 
He bows his head, and dies. 

4. Salvation thus did he obtain ; 

O mystery divine ! 
Lamb of God, was ever pain, 

Was ever love like thine. 

Charles Wesley. 



(131.) 



105. 



t. 22. 



THE cross, the cross, O that's my 

gain; 
Because on that the Lamb was slain; 
'Twas there my Lord was crucified, 
'T was there my Saviour for me died. 

2. The stony heart dissolves in tears 
When to our view the cross appears; 
Christ's dying love, when truly felt, 
The vilest, hardest heart doth melt, 

3. Here will I stay, and gaze awhile 
Upon the friend of sinners vile ; 
Abas'd I view what I have done 
To God's eternal, gracious Son. 

4. Here I behold, as in a glass, 
God's glory, with unveiled face ; 
And by beholding, I shall be 
Made like to him who loved me. 

5. Here is an ensign on a hill, 
Come hither, sinners, look your fill ; 
To look aside is pain and loss ; 

I glory only in the cross. 

6. Here doth the Lordof life proclaim 
To all the world his saving name : 
Repenting souls, in him believe ; 
Ye wounded, look on him and live. 

7. No flaming sword doth guard the 

place, (grace ; 

The cross of Christ proclaims free 
All pilgrims who would heaven win, 
By Jesus' cross must enter in. 

Mrs. Taylor. 



OF JESUS CHRIST. 



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(132.) 106, t. 96 or 90. 
O LOVE divine, what hast thou 

done ; 
The incarnate God hath died for me, 
The Father's co-eternal Son 
Bore all my sins upon the tree : 
The incarnate God for me hath died; 
My Lord, my Love is crucified. 

2. Behold him, all ye that pass by, 
The bleeding Prince of life and 

peace ; (die, 

Come, see, ye worms, your Maker 
And say, was ever grief like his ? 
Come, feel with me his blood ap- 
plied : 
My Lord, my Love is crucified : — 

3. Is crucified for me and you, 
To bring us rebels back to God ; 
Believe, believe the record true. 
Ye all are bought with Jesus' blood ; 
Pardon for all flows from his side : 
My Lord, my Love is crucified. 

4. Then let us sit beneath his cross, 
And gladly catch the healing 

stream, 
All things for him account but loss, 
And all give up our hearts to him : 
O may we nothing know beside 
The Lamb of God as crucified. 

C. Wesley. 



(133.) 



107. 



t. 11. 



LET me dwell on Golgotha, 
Weep and love my life away ; 
While I see him on the tree 
Weep, and bleed, and die for me. 

2. That dear blood, for sinners 
Shows my sin in all its guilt ; (spilt 9 
Ah, my soul, he bore thy load; 
Thou hast slain the Lamb of God. 

3. Hark, his dying word : " For- 
Father, let the sinner live : (give, 



(135. 



Sinner, wipe thy tears away, 
I thy ransom freely pay." 

4. While I hear this grace reveal'd, 
And obtain my pardon seal'd, 

All my soft affections move, 
Waken'd by the force of love. 

5. Farewell, world, thy gold is dross, 
Now I see the blood -stain'd cross : 
Jesus died to set me free 

From the law, and sin, and thee. 

6. He has dearly bought my soul : 
Lord, accept and claim the whole ; 
To thy will I all resign, 

Now no more my own, but thine. 
J. Newton. 

.) 108. t. 166. 

WHEN I survey the wondrous 

cross 
On which the Prince of glory died. 
My richest gain I count but loss, 
And pour contempt on all my 

pride : (boast 

Forbid it, Lord, that I should 
In aught beside my ransom-price ; 
All the vain things which charm'd 

me most 
For Christ I freely sacrifice. 
2. See from his head, his hands, 

his feet, 

Sorrow and love flow mingled down; 
Did e'er such love and sorrow meet, 
Or thorns compose so rich a crown ? 
Were the whole realm of nature 

mine 
That were a present far too small*, 
Love so amazing, so divine, 
Demands my soul, my life, my alL 

(1360 109 * T - 184 < 

FOR our transgressions thou wast 
wounded, (laid ; 

Our sins, O Lord, on thee were 



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SUFFERINGS AND DEATH 



Thy sufferings, O what love un- 
bounded, 

For guilty man the debt have paid : 

With humble thanks we now adore 
thee; 

Thy cross our glory shall remain ; 

Yet oft asham'd we weep before 
thee, 

That we by sin the Lord have slain. 

(138.) 110.* t. 151. 

THY blood, so dear and precious, 

Love made thee shed for me ; 
O may I now, dear Jesus, 

Love thee most fervently : 
May the divine impression 

Of thy atoning death, 
And all thy bitter passion, (breath. 

Ne'er leave me while I've 
Praetoritis 

(139.) 111.* t. b. p. 113. 
'TIS finish'd now, 
Salvation's finish'd now ; 
Redeemed sinners, bow, 
Adore, and wonder, 
That earth and heaven's Founder 
Now sinks in death. : |] : 

2. Look up and see, 

By faith look up and see, 
His heart was pierc'd for thee ; 
The Rock of ages, 
Whose stream thy thirst assuages, 
W T as rent for thee : |j : 

3. The precious flood 
Of water and of blood, 
Of sin-atoning blood, 
Now freely floweth, 

On him, who Jesus knoweth 

As Lord and God. :||: 

4. W T e are redeem'd, ^ 
Redeem'd to endless bliss, 
Our souls rejoice at this ; 



With hearts enlarged 

We see our debt discharged, 

Our ransom paid. :|j: 
5. O sing again, 
Sing still in higher strain 
Unto the Lamb once slain ; 
Bring for salvation 
Praise, thanks, and adoration, 

Hallelujah. :||: 

(140.) 112. t. 14. 

THERE is a fountain fill'd with 

blood, 
Drawn from Immanuel's veins ; 
And sinners plung'd beneath that 

flood, 
Lose all their guilty stains. 

2. The dying thief rejoic'd to see 
That fountain in his day ; 

And there have I, as vile as he, 
Wash'd all my sins away. 

3. E'er since by faith I saw the 

stream, 
Thy flowing wounds supply, 
Redeeming love has been my 
And shall be till I die. (theme, 

4. Then in a nobler, sweeter song 
I'll sing thy power to save, 

When this poor lisping, stammer- 
ing tongue 
Lies silent in the grave. 

5. Lord, I believe thou hast pre- 
Un worthy tho' I be, (par'd 

For me a blood-bought, free re- 
A golden harp for me, (ward, 

6. 'Tis strung, and tuned for end- 

less years, 
And fonn'd by power divine, 
To sound in God the Father's ears 
No other name but thine. 

Cowper. 



OF JESUS CHRIST. 



37 



113. t. 581 or 83. 

GO to dark Gethsemane, 
Ye that feel the tempter's power, 
Your Redeemer's conflict see, 
Watch with him one bitter hour ; 
Turn not from his griefs away, 
Learn of Jesus Christ to pray. 

2. Follow to the judgment-hall, 
View the Lord ©f life arraign 'd ; 
O the wormwood and the gall ! 
O the pangs his soul sustain'd ! 
Shun not suffering, shame or loss ; 
Learn of him to bear the cross. 

3. Calvary's mournful mountain 
There, adoring at his feet, (climb , 
Mark that miracle of time, 
God's own sacrifice complete : 

" It is finish' d !" hear him cry ; 
Learn of Jesus Christ to die. 

4. Early hasten to the tomb, 
Where they laid his breathless 
All is solitude and gloom, (clay ; 
Who hath taken him away ] 
Christ is ris'n — He meets our 
Saviour, teach us so to rise, (eyes ; 

J. Montgomery. 

(143.) 114.* t. 185. 

UNTO Jesus' cross I'm now re- 
tiring, 

There my Saviour's pierced feet, 

(Dying love a grateful sense in- 
spiring,) 

Bath'd in tears I humbly greet : 

Might I never lose this blest sensa- 
tion, 

But in spirit fix my happy station 

On those heights so dear to me, 

Golgotha, Gethsemane. 

2. Might thy dying love, dear suf- 
fering Saviour, 

Which subdu'd my stubborn heart. 



Me constrain, and rule my whole 

behaviour, 
Till I from this world depart : 
Thus my mortal body I shall nour- 
ish, (cherish, 
And as thine with holy reverence 
Earnestly intent to bear 
More of thy blest image here. 

3. With a mind from earthly cares 

divested, 
Let me dwell by day and night, 
Where the body of my Saviour 

rested : 

Here I find supreme delight ; 
Here 'tis good for me with par- 

don'd Mary 
At his sepulchre in faith to tarry ; 
Thus in blessed fellowship 
With my Lord I wake and sleep. 
C. R. v. Z. 

(144.) 115.* t. 208. 

HAPPY meditation 

On my Saviour's passion, 

On his death and grave ; 
O the feeling blessed 
Cannot be expressed 

Which at times I have, 
When I Christ in spirit view, 
In his suffering scenes revising 
My Lord agonizing. 

2. All the pains and sorrows 
He endured for us ; 

x\ll the tears he shed, 
When he in the garden, 
Bearing our sin's burden, 

In soul's anguish pray'd ; 
Yea, each scene of suffering love 
Raises in me an emotion 
Of intense devotion. 

3. Lamb of God, thus dearest 
Thou to me appearest ; 



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SUFFERINGS AND DEATH 



O might I each breath 
Spend, while here I'm living, 
In praise and thanksgiving 

For thy wounds and death ; 
Till I, for thy dying love, 
Shall with all the saints in glory 
Praise, thank and adore thee. 

C. R. v. Z. 

(145.) 116. t. 581 or 83. 

MET around the sacred tomb. 
Friends of Jesus, why those tears 1 
Midst this sad sepulchral gloom 
Shall your faith give way to fears 7 
He will soon, ev'n as he said, 
Rise triumphant from the dead. 

2. Hidden from all ages past 
Was the cross's mystery, 
Doubts awhile a veil had cast 
O'er that first dear family ; 
Till they saw him and believ'd 
And as Lord and God received. 

3. Now with tears of love and joy 
We remember all his pain, 
Sighs and groans, and dying cry ; 
For the Lamb for us was slain, 
And from death our souls to save, 
Once for us lay in the grave. 

4. Hither, sinners, all repair, 
And with Jesus Christ be dead ; 
All are safe from Satan's snare, 
Who to Jesus' tomb have fled ; 
Here the weary and oppress'd 
Find a never ending rest. 

5. Wounded Saviour, full of grace, 
Hast thou suffer 'd thus for me 1 
Ah, I hide my blushing face ; 
How have I requited thee 1 
Should I not with ardor burn 
Some love's token to return 1 

8. But alas, the spark how small; 
Scarcely seen at all to glow, 
Lord, thou know'st how short I fall, 



And my growth in grace how slow ; 
Yet, when to thy cross I fly, 
Soon all strange affections die. 

7. In thy death is all my trust, 
I have thee my refuge made ; 
And when once consigned to dust, 
In the tomb my body's laid, 
Then with saved souls above 

I will praise thy dying love. 

8. But while here I'm left behind. 
Burden'd with infirmity, 

May I health and comfort find, 
Visiting Gethsemane, 
Calvary, and Joseph's tomb, 
Till my sabbath's also come. 

C. I. Latrobe* 

(146.) 117. t. 114. 

NOW haste, my soul, with awe 

and deep devotion 
To Joseph's tomb, thy Saviour to 

behold, (and cold : 

Laid in the dust, his body pale 
Ah, in thy stead he drank death's 

bitter potion : (and slain, 

He as a Lamb was wounded, bruis'd 
For thee eternal happiness to gain. 

2. For worthless me, (O godlike 
condescension !) (sphere, 

The Maker of Creation's boundless 
Whom all celestial hosts as Lord 

revere, (comprehension, 

Whose power divine is past their 
Became a man, my guilty soul to 

save, (grave. 

And rests from labour in the silent 

3. Here is the place where weary 
souls may tarry ; 

Tho' near the dead, death can no 

power assume, 
For life, eternal life, rests in the 

tomb \ 



OF JESUS CHRIST. 



39 



Come, then, my pardon 'd soul, with 

humble Mary (sleep ; 

Behold thy wearied Master sweetly 
Admire his matchless love, adore, 

and weep. 
4. Here will I stay, engaged in 

contemplation (death : 

On my Redeemer's agony and 
This shall increase and fix my 

wavering faith (tion : 

In him, the finisher of my salva- 
Yea, in my soul and body mortify 
The sins which did my Jesus cru- 
cify- 
-5, Thou Lord of life, fix thou my 

soul and senses (heart: 

On thee, the dearest object of my 
That, when from this vain world I 

shall depart, (commences, 
And when the awful scene of death 
I may resign my spirit unto thee, 
And in thy presence live eternally. 
6. Meanwhile I'll love and thank, 

without cessation, 
Thee, my Redeemer, who my soul 

hast bought, (mercy sought ; 
And me, a wandering sheep, in 
Accept my tears, my prayer, and 

adoration : (sign ; 

To thee my life, my all I now re- 
in life and death, O keep me ever 

thine, J. Swertner. 

(147.) 118. t. 208. 

NOW will I, like Mary, 
My best spices carry 

To my Saviour's tomb : 
HI behold his body 
Mangled, pale and bloody ; 

Now my sabbath's come : 
But alas, — what spices has 
Mypoor heart,save tears and crying, 

Heart-felt throbs and sighing. 



j 2. Lamb of God, my Saviour, 
| Thou shalt be for ever 

My most favourite theme : 
And for thy atonement 
Might I every moment 

Praise thy saving name : 
Constantly — : thy passion be, 
Till my final consummation, 

My heart's meditation. 

Cennick & Swertner. 

(149.) 119. t.119. 

LAMB, once slain, :||: 
My Redeemer, while I view 
Thee by faith, Fm lost in wonder; 
Grateful tears my cheeks bedew : 
Blessed Saviour, when I ponder 
On the cause of all thy grief and 
Melts my heart. :{j: (smart. 
2. Holy Lord, : || : 

By thy body given to death, 
Mortify my sinful nature 

Till I yield my dying breath : 
Ah, protect thy feeble creature ; 
Grant that I, by nothing drawn 
Thine abide. :|j: (aside, 

Swertner. 

(150.) 120. t. b. p. 114. 
BELOVED, white and ruddy, 

Of thousands none so fair; 
I with thy wounded body 

No beauty can compare ; 
Here to thy care consigned, 
Within thy tomb enshrined, 

Might but my body lie ; 

To thee my soul would fly. 
2. But while on earth I tarry, 

Wrapt in this mortal vest, 
Make it thy sanctuary, 

Thy form be there imprest; 
Admit no strange affections, 
I But, midst all imperfection s y 



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SUFFERINGS AND DEATH OF CHRIST. 



May in my looks be seen 
That I with God have been. 

3, In this sepulchral Eden 
The tree of life I've found. 

Here is my treasure hidden. 

I tread on hallow'd ground ; 
Ye sick, ye faint and weary, 
Howe'er your ailments vary, 

Creep hither, and make sure 

Of a most perfect cure. 

4. Here lies in death's embraces, 
My bridegroom, Lord, and God : 

With awe my soul retraces, 
The dark and dolorous road, 

That leads to this last station ; 

Here in sweet meditation 
I'll dwell by day and night, 
Till faith is chang'd to sight, 

(151.) 121. t.45. 

WEEP, Zion, weep, — in death's 
deep sleep 

Your King his head has bowed; 
Closed are those lips, whence late 

Truth and mercy flowed. 
2. In strains of woe — -our songs shall 
flow, 

What love is here displayed ; 
See God's dear and only Son 

To a tomb conveyed. 

3a Yet, O rejoice — with heart and 
voice, 

Soon will he rise most glorious ; 
And at the right hand of God 

Seat himself victorious. 



(152) 



122. 



T, 167. 



LORD of life J now sweetly slumber, 
With the dead awhile a guest; 

After torments without number, 
Glorious is thy hard-earn'd rest: 

JjO ! the dreadful conflict's ended ; 



By thy sufferings thou hast won; 
Now o'er all thy power's extended, 

Ev'n my heart O claim thy own, 
2. O what love is here displayed ! 

See the Father's only Son 
To the silent tomb conveyed ; 

Ah my soul what hast thou done! 
Yet, while I, my sins bewailing, 

Own that they his blood have spilt, 
May that blood, for me prevailing, 

Wash away my sin and guilt. 
3 Here my Sabbath is completed, 

Here my soul enjoys sweet peace; 
At the feet of Jesus seated, 

Here I taste true happiness ; 
I adore my paschal offering, 

I adore God's counsel deep, 
I adore my Jesus suffering, 

And, while I adore him, weep, 

(153.) 123.* T. 185. 

WHEN I visit Jesus' grave in spirit, 
It is never done in vain ; (merit 

Since 'tis only from his death and 
I can life and strength obtain; 

Jesus' cross, his last hours in his 
passion, (piration, 

Jesus' stripes, his wounds, and ex- 
Jesus' body and his blood, 
Shall remain my highest good. 
Chr. li. v. Zinzendorf. 

(154.) 124. t. 205. 

RESTING in the silent grave, 
Spent with torments, pangs, and 
cries, 
See the Lord God, strong to save ; 
Him whose thunders shake the 
skies : 
'Twas for me he groan'd, he bled, 
And was number'd with the dead ; 
Sacred body, with amaze 
Thankfully on thee I gaze. 

0. I, Latrobe, 



RESURRECTION OF CHRIST. 



41 



(155.) 125. T. 11. 

Go, ray soul, go every day 

To the tomb where Jesus lay ; 

Be with him my members dead. 

Be his sepulchre my bed. 

2. Boldest foes dare never come 

Near my Saviour's sacred tomb ; 

Evil never can molest 

Those who near his body rest. 

Worthington. 

(156.) 126.* t. 519. 

MOST holy Lord and God, 
Holy, almighty God, 



Holy and most merciful Saviour, 

Thou eternal God ; 
Grant that we may never 
Lose the comforts from thy death : 

Have mercy, O Lord. 

2. Most holy Lord and God, 

Holy, almighty God, 

Holy and most merciful Saviour. 

Thou eternal God ; 
Bless thy congregation (blood . 
Through thy sufferings, death, an 

Have mercy, O Lord. 

z 



VI. RESURRECTION OF CHRIST FROM THE GRAVE, 



(157.) 127.* T. 132. 

CHRIST Jesus, once to death 
abas'd 

To cancel our transgression, 

Has gain'd for us, by being rais'd, 

Eternal life's possession ; 

*Tis this should prompt us to re- 
joice, (and voice, 

And praise the Lord with heart 

In singing Hallelujah. 

2. How great and wondrous was 

the strife, 
Life was by death assailed ; 
But Jesus Christ, the Prince of life, 
O r er sin and death prevailed ; 
He triumphed over them in death, 
And we are conquerors too by faith 
In him our risen Saviour. 

3. This is the day the Lord hath 
What lively hope it raises ! (made; 
Let heaven rejoice, let earth be 
And join to sing his praises ; (glad, 
For Christ, our everlasting light, 



Dispels the clouds of sin's dark night 
And all the powers of darkness. 

Luther. 

|(158.) 128.* t. 590* 

SING Hallelujah, Christ doth live. 
And peace on earth restore ; (give, 
Come, ransom'd souls, and glory 
Sing, worship, and adore : 
With grateful hearts to him we pay 
Our thanks in humble wise : 
Who aught unto our charge can 
'Tis God that justifies. (lay ? 

2. W T ho can condemn, since Christ 
And ever lives to God ; (was dead. 
Xow our whole debt is fully paid. 
He saves us by his blood : (heaven 
The ransom'd hosts in earth and 
Thro' countless choirs proclaim : 

" He hath redeem'd us ; praise be 
To God and to the Lamb." (giv'n, 

3. God rais'd him up, when he for 
Had freely tasted death, (all 



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And thus redeem 'd us from the 
On this we ground our faith : (fall ; 
For God, well-pleas'd, that sacrifice 
Declar'd, in sovereign grace, 
An all-sufficient ransom-price 
For Adam's fallen race. 

4. The God of peace to guilty man 
Doth pardoning grace afford, [again 
Since from the dead he brought 
Our Shepherd, Head, and Lord ; 
That Shepherd who did freely bleed 
Lost Sinners to restore ; 

Who died, but now is ris'n indeed, 
And lives for evermore. 

5. The God of mercies let us 
Who saveth fallen men, (praise, 
That by his power, which Christ 
He us begets again (did raise, 
Unto a lively confidence, 

That we for Jesus' sake 
Shall of that blest inheritance, 
Reserv'd for us, partake. 

6. His resurrection's power divine, 
By grace on us bestow'd, 
Renews us, that we, dead to sin, 
May live alone to God : 

Thus we, supported by his might, 
From strength to strength proceed ; 
And, walking in his truth and light, 
Praise him in word and deed. 

7. In all we do, constrain'd by love, 
We'll joy to him afford, 

And to God's will obedient prove 
Thro' Jesus Christ our Lord : 
Sing Hallelujah and adore 
On earth the Lamb once slain, 
Till we in heaven shall evermore 
Exalt his name, Amen. 

Gr. 

(159.) 129. t. 590. 

BELIEVING souls, rejoice and 
Your risen Saviour see, (sing, 



And say, " O death, where is thy 
O grave, thy victory V f (sting ? 

He died your guilty souls to save ; 
And, dying, conquer'd death ; 

Was buried in the gloomy grave. 
But re-assum'd his breath. 

2. Rejoice, your conquering Saviour 
He lives to die no more ; (lives, 

And life eternal freely gives, 
Since he our sorrows bore, 

To all who their lost state bewail ; 
For Jesus' precious blood 

Doth for each contrite soul prevail 
Before the throne of God. 

3. Sing praises to our risen Lord ; 
Life, immortality, 

And lasting bliss are now restor'd 
For all ; for you and me : 

Believe the wondrous deed, my 
Adore his saving name ; (soul, 

Rejoice, ye saints, from pole to pole 
His love and power proclaim. 

4. The Prince of glory bow'd his 
Expiring on the cross ; (head, 

But now the Lord is ris'n indeed, 
Is ris'n and lives for us ; 

Rejoice, and in the dust adore 
The Lamb for sinners slain ; 

He liveth now and evermore, 
For evermore to reign. 

Swertner. 

(160.) 130. t. 22. 

REJOICE, O church, the Saviour's 

bride, 
All grief and mourning lay aside ; 
With cheerful hearts and voices 
The resurrection of our King, (sing 

2. He, having triumph'd over death, 
Now re-assumes his vital breath : 
The angels wait with watchful eyes. 
And joy to see their God arise. 



OF CHRIST. 



43 



The Lord is ris'n indeed : 
He truly tasted death 

For wretched fallen man ; 
In bitter pangs resign 'd his breath ; 

But now is ris'n again* 
3. He hath himself the keys 

Of death, the grave, and hell ; 
His is the victory and praise, 

And he rules all things well : 
Death, now no more I dread, 

But cheerful close mine eyes , 
Death is a sleep, the grave a bed ; 

With Jesus I shall rise. 

Cennick- 

(162.) 132. t. 11. 

GLORY unto Jesus be, 
From the curse he set us free ; 
All our guilt on him was laid, 
He the ransom fully paid. 

2. All his glorious work is done : 
God's well pleased in his Son ; 
For he rais'd him from the dead ; 
Christ now reigns the church'sHead. 

8. His redeem'd his praise show 
forth, 
Thought cannot reach, nor tongue Saints above and saints on earth ; 

reveal, (feel, j Angels sing around the throne, 

What in our thankful hearts we I" Thou art worthy, thou alone." 

(\Q{ ) 131 rjj 595 'j 4. Ye who love him, cease to mourn, 

v- v * ' I He will certainly return ; 

CHRISTIANS, dismiss your fear ; All his saints with him shall reign ; 

Come, Lord Jesus, come. Amen. 

Watts. 



3. Our gracious Saviour, Head, and 

Lord, (word ; 

Hath well perform'd his promis'd 
And now would, have his church 

rejoice ; 
He loves to hear her cheerful voice. 

4. Then let us join the heavenly 

throng 
In singing that eternal song : 
" Salvation to our God and King, 
Whose death did our redemption 

bring." 

5. Blessing and praise we give to 

thee, (free ; 

That thou from death hast set us 
Thy resurrection from the grave 
Shows plainly, thou hast power to 

save. 
6 Thy blood shall wash our gar- 
ments white, (light, 
Then we with all the saints in 
Shall joyful meet our Lord and 
Head ; (shed. 
We know for us thy blood was 
7. Astonish'd, at thy footstool now, 
With humble gratitude we bow : 



Let hope and joy succeed ; 
The joyful news with gladness hear, 

" The Lord is ris'n indeed :" 
The promise is fulfill'd 

In Christ our only Head ; 
Justice with mercy's reconciled ; 

He lives who once was dead. 
2. The Lord is ris'n again, 

Who on the cross dicT'bleed ; 
He lives to die no more, Amen ; 



(163.) 



133. 



t. 79. 



JESUS who died the world to save. 
Revives, and rises from the grave, 

By his almighty power ; 
From sin and death he sets us free, 
He captive leads captivity, 
He lives again, to die no more. 



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% Children of God, look up and seei 

Your Saviour, cloth'd with majesty, 
Triumphant o'er the tomb ; 

Cease, cease to grieve, cast off your 
fears, 

In heaven your mansions he pre- 
pares, 

And soon will come to take you 
home. 

3. His church is still his joy and 
crown, 

He looks with love and pity down 
On her he did redeem : 

The members of that church he 
knows, 

He shares their joys and feels their 
woes, 

And they shall ever reign with him. 
Hammond. 

(165.) 134. t. 14. 

ON this glad day a brighter scene 

Of glory was display'd 
By God, the eternal Word, than 
when 
This universe was made. 
2. He rises, who mankind has 
bought 
With grief and pain extreme : 
'Twas great to speak the world from 
nought ; 
'Twas greater to redeem. 

W. 

(166.) 185.* t. 132. 

CHRIST,being risen from the tomb, 

To Mary show'd his favour, 
And kindly called her by name : 

She, when she saw her Saviour, 
Directly turn'd about in haste, 
His feet with heartfelt joy embrac'd, 

And hail'd her risen Master. 
2. His holy name for ever be 

Adored, bless'd, and praised, 



That he hath such invariably 
To taste his friendship raised, 

As Mary Magdalen and me, 

Who nought can boast, but know 
that he 

Hath pardon'd our transgressions. 

3. How happy feels a contrite heart 
Enjoying Christ's salvation : 

Those who have chosen Mary's part 

And favourite occupation, 
Find in our Saviour, day and night, 
A source of comfort and delight : 
'Tis this makes life important. 

4. He pardon'd me, like Magdalen; 
I love him, my Preserver ; 

I love him, but (it gives me pain) 

I love not with such fervour : 
When Jesus I shall once behold, 
I then shall feel as she of old, 
When he to her appeared. 

Z. and others. 

(167.) 136.* t. 185. 

HAIL, all hail, victorious Lord and 

Saviour, 
Thou hast burst the bonds of death; 
Grant us, as to Mary, that great 

favour 
To embrace thy feet in faith : 
Thou hast in our stead the curse 

endured, 
And for us eternal life procured ; 
Joyful, we with one accord 
Hail thee as our risen Lord. 
2. O thou matchless source of con- 
solation, 
Scarce thy resting moments end, 
W r hen a heart-enlivening salutation 
To thy children thou dost send : 
We would share thy dear disciples' 

feeling, 
As before their risen master kneel- 
ing : 



ASCENSION OF CHRIST. 



45 



Thus shall we with all our heart 
Witness what a friend thou art. 

Louisa v. Hayn 

(168.) 137. t. 205. 

JESUS, who is always near 
To assuage his children's grief, 

Unto Thomas did appear, 
To remove his unbelief; 

" Come," he said, " my nail-prints 
view, 

And my side the spear pierc'd thro';" 



Humbled the disciple stood, 
Andexclaim'd, "MyLord, my God." 

2 I would go from pole to pole 

To behold my risen Lord ; 
But content thyself, my soul, 

Listen to thy Saviour's word ; 
" They who me by faith receive, 
Without seeing who believe, 
Trust my word and thereon rest, 
They abundantly are blest." 



VII. THE ASCENSION OF CHRIST. 



(169.) 138. T. U. 

THE Lord ascendeth up on high, 

Deck'd with resplendent wounds; 
While shouts of victory rend the sky, 

And heaven with joy resounds. 

2. Eternal gates their leaves unfold, 
Receive the conquering King, 

The angels strike theirharpsof gold, 
And saints triumphant sing. 

3. Sinners, rejoice , he died for you, 
For you prepares a place, 

His Spirit sends, you to endow 
With every gift and grace. 

4. Hisblood,whichdid for you atone, 
For your salvation pleads ; 

And, seated on his Father's throne, 
He reigns and intercedes. 

J. Hart. 

(170.) 139.* t. 83. 

SURELY God is present here ; 
Since the Lord with grace and fa- 
vour 
To my spirit doth appear, 
As my Jesus, as my Saviour ; 



For the holy Trinity 
Is to us in Jesus nigh. 

2. O might all my wishes tend 
Unto Christ without cessation, 
He's my best and nearest friend, 
Full of grace, truth, and salvation, 
I, when he is present, feel 
Happiness no tongue can tell. 
-3. Holy awe pervades my heart, 
When I see my great Creator 
Of man's nature taking part, 
That he, as my Mediator, 
Might lay down his life for me, 
And from death might set me free. 

4. In the grave for me he lay, 
Then arose with power and glorious 
Grace triumphant to display, 
Proving over death victorious ; 
And for forty days was seen 

By his followers, God with men. 

5. When the Lord's disciples saw 
Jesus, gloriously arrayed, 

From their longing sight withdraw, 
In a cloud to heaven conveyed : 



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ASCENSION 



Sure, alternate grief and joy (ploy. 
Did their hearts and thoughts em- 

6. He ascended up on high, 
Glorious and with honour crowned ; 
Cloth'd with power and majesty, 
And at God's right-hand enthroned, 
He doth still as man appear, 
Pleading for us sinners there. 

7. God be prais'd, they who are 
In this present dispensation (his 
Nought essential ever miss, 
Since they share in his salvation ; 
Tho' unseen, he's nigh to all 
Who in truth upon him call. 

8. O when will the time draw near, 
That he, who to heaven ascended, 
Shall in majesty appear, 

By the heavenly hosts attended 1 
But we're silent : — to believe 
Is our lot, while here we live. 

Gr. 



140. 



T. 22. 



JESUS, my all, to heaven is gone ; 
He whom I fix my hopes upon : 
His track I see, and I'll pursue 
The narrow way, till him I view. 

2. The way the holy prophets 

went, (merit. 

The way that leads from banish- 
The King's highway of holiness, 
I'll go, for all his paths are peace. 

3. This is the way I long had 

sought, (not ; 

And mourn'd because I found it 
My grief a burden long had been, 
Oppress'd with unbelief and sin. 

4. The more I strove against their 

power, (more ; 

I sinn'd and stumbled but the 
Till late, I heard my Saviour say, 
-"Come hither, soul, I am the waj r ." 



5. Lo ! glad I come, and thou blest 

Lamb, 
Shalt take me to thee as I am ; 
Nothing but sin I thee can give ; 
Nothing but love I shall receive. 

6. Then will I tell to sinners round, 
What a dear Saviour I have found ; 
I'll point to thy redeeming blood, 
And say, i Behold the way to God.' 

Cennick. 

141. t. 22. 

THE Lord, who once on Calvary 
bled, (dead. 

And rose triumphant from the 

Pursues in heaven this plan of 
grace, 

The friend of man's apostate race. 

2. There, as our advocate, he 

reigns, (pains ; 

Touch'd with the feeling of our 
And still remembers in the skies 
His tears, his groans, and agonies. 

3. In every pang that rends the 

heart, 
The man of sorrows bears a part ; 
In all our grief, our grief he shares. 
And rescues us from Satan's snares. 

4. O let us then before his throne, 
With boldness make our sorrows 

known ; (freed, 

And seek, from fears distrustful 

His grace to help in time of need. 

Logan. 

(172.) 142.* t. 146. 

GO up with shouts of praise, 
Go up, High-priest, to heaven, 
Thou who the ransom'd race 
Hast on thy heart engraven : 
Though seated on thy throne, 
Thou deign'st to hear our prayer ; 



OF CHRIST. 



47 



Nor art asham'd to own, 
That we thy brethren are. 

z. 

(174.) 143. t. 79. 

WHEN Christ, our Saviour, did 

ascend, 
The Father bid his hosts attend, 
And worship his dear Son : (gaz'd, 
With loud acclaims of joy they 
And cheerful Hallelujahs rais'd, 
Adoring humbly at his throne. 

2. Can we thy triumphs e'er forget? 
Shall we not worship at thy feet, 
For all thy griefs and pain 1 

Yes, we will join the angelic throng, 
In singing that eternal song, 
•' Worthy the Lamb, for he was 
slain." 

3. The assembly, which with thee 

at rest (dress'd, 

Appears in spotless garments 
Bows down and humbly sings ; 
We too thy saving name will bless, 
And thee with heart and voice con- 
fess (kinsg. 
The Lord of lords and King of 
Ceii nick. 

(175.) 144.* t. 132. 

RAISE your devotion, mortal 
Be your exalted Saviour (tongues ; 
The theme of your triumphant 
Extol his name for ever : (songs ; 
Lo, angels strike their loudest 

strings, 
For heaven and all created things 
Must sound Immanuel's praises. 
2. Ye mourning souls, look upward 
For Christ is now preparing (too, 
At God's right-hand a place for 

you; 
Shake off all thoughts despairing: 



Thence he, your gracious Lord, 

will come, 
To fetch your longing spirits home, 
And crown your love and labour. 
3. Since he o'er heaven bears sove- 
reign sway, 
By all its powers attended, 
And has more graces to display 
Than can be comprehended ; 
Fear not, for he his blessing pours 
On such meek, humble breasts as 

yours, 
The objects of his favour. 

(176.) 145. t. 22. 

TO thee, Lord Christ, all praise be 

giv'n, 
For thy ascending up to heaven : 
Support us while on earth we stay, 
And lead us in the narrow way. 

2. Tho' seated on thy Father's 

throne, (own, 

Thou ne'er wilt cease thy flock to 
But always in their midst appear, 
When in thy name assembled here. 

3. For us to heaven thou didst 

ascend, 
To plead our cause, and to attend 
To all our wants, yea, to prepare 
A place for us thy bliss to share. 

4. At parting from thy little fold, 
Thy second advent was foretold ; 
Therefore we wait with eagerness, 
Lord Jesus, to behold thy face. 

Swertner. 

(177.) 146. t. 590. 

WE sing thy praise exalted Lamb, 
Who sitt'st upon the throne : 
Ten thousand blessings to thy name 
W T ho worthy art alone : 
Thy sacred, bruised body bore 
Our sins upon the tree : 



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ASCENSION OF CHRIST. 



And now thou livest evermore ; 

may we live to thee. 

2. Poor sinners, sing the Lamb 

that died ; 
(What theme can sound so sweet !) 
His drooping head, his streaming 
His pierced hands and feet ; (side, 
With all that scene of suffering 
Which faith presents to view : (love, 
For now he reigns and lives above, 
Yea, lives and reigns for you. 

3. Was ever grace, Lord, rich as 

thine, 
Can aught so great be nam'd 1 
What powerful beams of love divine 
Thy tender heart inflam'd : 
Ye angels, praise his glorious name, 
Who lov'd and conquer'd thus ; 
And we will likewise laud the Lamb, 
For he was slain for us. 

J. Hart. 

(179.) 147. t. 595. 

JESUS who died, is now 
Seated upon his throne : 

The angels, who before him bow, 
His just dominion own. 

2. The unworthiest of his friends 
Upon his heart he bears ; 

He ever to their cause attends, 
For them a place prepares. 

3. Blest Saviour, condescend 
My advocate to be ; 

1 could not have a better friend 

To plead with God for me. 

Watts. 

T. 14. 



(180.) 



148. 



JESUS, our High-priest and our 

Head, 
Who bear'st our flesh and blood, 
And always interced'st for us 
Before the throne of God :-— 



2. We know thou never canst for- 
Us, thy weak members here : (get 
Yea, when we suffer in the least, 
Thou part with us wilt bear. 

3. Thou with great tenderness art 

touch'd 
At what thy children feel : (press'd 
When by temptations we are 
Thou know'st well what we ail. 

4. Thou hast a tender sympathy 
With every grief and pain ; 

For when thou wast a man on 

earth, 
Thou didst the same sustain. 

5. And tho' in heaven exalted now, 
Yet thou to us art near ; 
Know'st all our weaknesses and 

wants, 
And listen'st to our prayer. 

6. What shall we say for this thy 
But 'fore thee prostrate lie, (love, 
And thank thee that thou wast a 
To all eternit}^. (man, 

J. West. 

(181.) 149. t. 14. 

WITH joy we meditate the grace 
Of our High-priest above; 

His heart is fill'd with tenderness, 
His bowels yearn with love. 

2. In all our griefs he takes a share. 
He knows our feeble frame ; 

He knows what sore temptations 
For he has felt the same, (are, 

3. He, in the days of feeble rlesh, 
Pour'd out strong cries and tears; 

And, in his measure, feels afresh 
What every member bears. 

4. He'll never quench the smoking 
But raise it to a flame ; (flax, 

The bruised reed he never breaks. 
Nor scorns the meanest name. 



GOD, THE CREATOR AND PRESERVER. 



5. Then let our humble faith ad- 
His mercy and his power ; (dress 

We shall obtain delivering grace 
In the distressing hour. 



49 

6. He ever lives to intercede 
Before his father's face ; (plead, 

Give him, my soul, thy cause to 
Nor doubt the Father's grace. 
Watts. 



VIIL 



GOD, AS CREATOR AND PRESERVER OF THE 
WORLD. 



(182.) 150.* t. 166, or 22. 
O GOD, thou bottomless abyss, 
Thee mortal tongue cannot define, 
Or speak thy god-like properties, 
Thy holy heights, thy depths divine: 
Thou'rt an unfathomable sea ; 
Of universal nature Lord : 
3uch knowledge is not found in me 
Frail worm, thy glories to record. 

2. Thee would I view and duly 

praise, 
Did not mere weakness me sur- 
round ; 
Thy nature's everlasting rays 
My senses and my soul confound : 
Allsprungfrom thine omnipotence, 
Which mind conceives, or eye hath 

seen ; 
No single atom comes by chance : 
Wert t-hou not, nothing e'er had 
been. 

3. All things with thee are possible, 
Thy will in heaven and earth is 

done ; (veal, 

Thy wisdom's depths who can re- 
Or who thy mind hath fully known 1 
No limits thee can circumscribe, 
Thy kingdom everywhere extends; 
None can thy greatness e'er de- 
scribe, 
For thy dominion never ends. 

6 



4. Thou stretch est to infinity, 
The highest heavens are thy seat, 
Thy glorious name, thy majesty 
No seraph can conceive or mete ; 
Thou art as Lord by all ador'd, 
For every knee to thee must bend ; 
Who thus have knelt and grace 

implor'd, 
Have found thee an almighty friend. 

5. Counsel and deed are one with 

thee, 
And justice in thy court presides ; 
Perfection's thine without degree, 
And love thy character abides : 
Thy mercy, faithfulness, and grace 
Each morning unto us are new, 
And every day brings fresh displays 
Of thy protecting care to view. 

6. Ah, who can render thee just 

praise 1 (combin'd ; 

Who 1 tho' his heart and tongue 
No temple is thy dwelling place, 
Thy worship cannot be confin'd : 
By building shrines, where thou 

shalt dwell, 
Thy proper aim is ne'er attain'd ; 
To such thou dost thy love reveal 
As humbly on thy word depend. 

7. Service, not gifts, thou dost de- 

mand 
From man, this shall his profit be : 



50 



GOD, THE CREATOR 



Salvation, life, flow from thy hand, 
But no increase accrues to thee ; 
Thy hand rewards, tho' all is thine : 
Thy fire in wrath consumes thy 
foes, (shine 

While in its genial warmth and 
Thy friends with heavenly joy re- 
pose. 
8. The seraphim with sweetest tone 
Express the glory of thy sway, 
The elders, kneeling at thy throne, 
Serve thee? and deepest homage 

pay : 
Like them, before thy majesty, 
With humble awe I sink asham'd ; 
Thou art in truth, O Lord most 

high, 
AH that is great and holy nam/d. 
J. J„ Breithaupt. 

(183.) 151. t. 14. 

ALMIGHTY God, thou Sovereign 

Lord, 

'Fore thee we prostrate fall, 
In heaven and on earth ador'd, 

As the great cause of all. 

2. Thou canst not by our eyes be 
Thou art a Spirit pure, (seen, 

Who from eternity hast been, 
And ever shalt endure. 

3. Present alike in every place, 
Thy Godhead we adore ; 

Beyond the bounds of time and 
Thou dwellest evermore, (space 

4. In wisdom infinite thou art, 
Thine eye doth all things see, 

And every thought of every heart 
Is fully known to thee. 

5. Whatever thou wilt, thou, Lord, 

canst do 
Here and in heaven above ; 
But chiefly we rejoice to know 
Almighty God is love. 



6. Thou lov'st whate'er thy hands 

have made ; 
Thy goodness we rehearse, 
In shining characters display'd 
Throughout the universe. 

7. With longing eyes thy creatures 
On thee for daily food ; (wait 

Thy liberal hand provides them 
meat, 
And fills their mouths with good. 

8. Sweet is the memory of thy grace* 
My God, my heavenly King ; 

Let age to age thy righteousness 
In sounds harmonious sing. 

9. Creatures with all their endless 

race 
Thy power and praise proclaim ; 
May we, who taste thy richer grace*, 
Delight to bless thy name. 

Watts. 

(184.) 152.* t. 22. 

MONARCH of all, with humble 
fear (raise ; 

To thee heaven's hosts their voices. 

Ev'n earth and dust thy bounties 
share : 

Let earth and dust attempt thy 
praise. 

%. Before thy face, O Lord mosl 

high, 
Sinks all created glory down : 
Yet be not wroth with me, that I, 
Vile worm, draw near thy awful 

throne. 

3. Of all thou the beginning art, 
Of all things thou alone the end r 
On thee still fix my wavering heart. 
To thee let all my actions tend. 

4. Thou, Lord, art light : thy na- 

tive ray 
No shade, no variation knows ; 



AND PRESERVER. 



51 



To my dark soul thy light display, 
The brightness of thy face disclose. 

5. Thou, Lord, art love : from thee 

pure love 
Flows forth in unexhausted streams; 
Let me its quickening virtue prove, 
O fill my heart with sacred flames. 

6. Thou, Lord, art good, and thou 

alone : 
With eager hope, with warm desire, 
Thee may I still my portion own, 
To thee in every thought aspire. 

7. So shall my every power to thee 
In love and pure devotion rise ; 
Yea, body, soul, and spirit be 

A holy living sacrifice. 

8. Lord God Almighty, ceaseless 

praise 
In heaven, thy throne, to thee is 

giv'n ; 
Here, as in heaven, thy name we 

bless, (heaven. 

For where thy presence shines is 

Freylinghausen. 



(185.) 



153. 



T. 



22 



GIVE to our God immortal praise ; 
Mercy and truth are all his ways : 
Wonders of grace to God belong, 
Repeat his mercies in your song. 

2. Give to the Lord of Lords re- 

nown, 
The King of kings with glory 

crown : 
His mercies ever shall -endure, 
When earth-born powers are known 

no more. 

3. He built the earth, he spread 

the sky, 
And fix 'd the starry lights on high : 
Wonders of grace to God belong, 
Repeat his mercies in your song. 



4. He fills the sun with morning 

light, 
He bids the moon direct the night : 
His mercies ever shall endure, 
When suns and moons shall shine 

no more. 

5. He sent his Son with power to 

save (grave : 

From guilt, from darkness, and the 
Wonders of grace to God belong, 
Repeat his mercies in your song. 

6. Thro' this vain world he guides 

our feet, 
And leads us to his heavenly seat : 
His mercies ever shall endure, 
When this vain world shall be no 

more. Watts. 

(186.) 154. t. 166. 

HIGH in the heavens, eternal God, 
Thy goodness in full glory shines ; 
Thy truth shall break thro' every 

cloud 
That veils and darkens thy designs : 
For ever firm thy justice stands, 
As mountains their foundations 

keep; (hands: 

Great are the wonders of thy 
Thy judgments are a mighty deep. 

2. Thy providence is kind and 

large, (share ; 

Both man and beast thy bounty 
The whole creation is thy charge, 
But man is thy peculiar care : 
My God, how excellent thy grace, 
Whence all our hope and comfort 

springs ; 
The sons of Adam in distress 
Fly to the shadow of thy wings, 

3. From the provisions of thy house 
We shall be fed with sweet repast ; 
There mercy, like a river, flows, 



52 



GOD, THE CREATOR 



And we the living water taste : 
Life, like a fountain rich and free, 
Springs from thy presence, gracious 

Lord ; 
And in thy light our souls shall see 
The glories promis'd in thy word. 
Watts. 



(188.) 



155.* 



t. 214. 



I WILL sing to my Creator, 
Unto God I'll render praise, 

Who by every thing in nature 
Magnifies his tender grace : 

Nought hut loving condescension 
Still inclines his faithful heart 
To support and take their part, 

Who pursue his blest intention ; 
All things to their period tend, 
But his mercy has no end. 

2. My soul's welfare he advances, 
For my body he doth care : 

Aid and comfort he dispenses, 

When I call on him by prayer : 
When my natural strength is 
shrinking, 
In the time of utmost need, 
He, my God, draws nigh with 
speed, 
And recovers me from sinking : 
All things, &e. 

3. This I know with full conviction, 
As a maxim ever sure, 

Christian crosses and affliction 

Do but for a time endure : 
After winter's frost and snowing 

Smiling summer then appears ; 

After sadness, pains, and fears, 
Joyful eomforts will be flowing : 

All things, &c. 

4. Since nor ends, nor bounds, nor 

measure 
In God's mercy can be found 



Heart and hands I lift with plea- 
As a child in duty bound ; (sure, 

Humbly I request the favour : 
Grant me grace both day and 

night 
Thee to love with all my might, 

Till I change this infant savour 
For that taste of bliss above, 
Perfect praise and endless love. 
P. Gerhard. 

(189.) 156. t. 14. 

IN thee I live, and move, and am ; 

Thou number'st all my days : 
As thou renew'st my being, Lord, 

Let me renew thy praise. 

2. From thee I am, thro' thee I am. 
And for thee I must be : 

'Twere better for me not to live. 
Than not to live to thee. 

3. Naked I came into this world, 
And nothing with me brought : 

And nothing have I here deserv'd : 
Yet I have lacked nought. 

4. I do not praise my labouring 

hand, 
My labouring head or chance : 
Thy providence, most gracious 
Is my inheritance. (God, 

5. Thy bounty gives me bread with 
A table free from strife : (peace, 

Thy blessing is the stafT of bread, 
Which is the staff of life. 

6. The daily favours of my God 
I cannot sing at large ; 

Yet humbly can I make this boast. 
I am the Almighty's charge. 

7. Lord, in the day thou art about 
The paths wherein I tread ; 

And in the night, when I Ire down, 
Thou art about my bed. 

8. O let my house a temple be. 
That I and mine may sing 



AND PRESERVER. 



53 



Hosannas to thy majesty, 

And praise our heavenly King. 
Erskine. 



157* 



t. 151. 



(191.) 

COMMIT thou every grievance 

Into his faithful hands, 
To his sure care and guidance, 

Who heaven and earth com- 
For he, the clouds' director, (mands: 

Whom winds and seas obey, 
Will be thy kind protector, 

And will prepare thy way. 

2. Rely on God thy Saviour, 
So shalt thou safe go on ; 

Build on his grace and favour, 
So shall thy work be done : 

Thou canst make no advances 
By self-consuming care ; 

But he his help dispenses, 
W 7 hen call'd upon by prayer. 

3. Thy faithfulness eternal, 
O Father, certainly 

What's good or detrimental 
Doth for thy children see : 

Thee all things serve in nature, 
According to thy will ; 

Thou, as the great Creator, 
Thy counsel dost fulfil. 

4. My soul, then, with assurance 
Hope still, be not dismay'd ; 

He will from each encumbrance 
Again lift up thy head : 

Beyond thy wish extended 
His goodness will appear, 

When he hath fully ended 

What caus'd thy needless feajr. 
P. Gerhard. 

(192.) 158.* t. 106. 

HE that confides in his Creator, 
Depending on him all his days, 
Shall be preserved in fire and water ? 



And sav'd in many dangerous 

ways: (stay. 

He that makes God his staff and 

Builds not on sand that glides away . 

2. What gain'st thou by thy anxious 

caring 1 
What causes thee to pine away 1 
Thy rest and health thou art im- 
pairing (day ; 
By sighs and groans from day to 
Thou art but adding grief to grief. 
Instead of getting sure relief. 

3. O could we be resign'd and quiet, 
And rest in God's good providence, 
Who oft prescribes us wholesome 

diet, 
In forms that please not flesh and 

sense : 
To him who chose us for his own, 
Our wants and cares are fully known. 

4. He knows the hours for joy and 

gladness, 
The proper time and proper place ; 
Are we but faithful midst our sad- 
ness, (praise ; 
Seek not our pleasure, but his 
He'll come before we are aware, 
And dissipate our grief and care. 

5. Do thou with faith discharge thy 

station, (praise ; 

Keep God's commands, live to his 
Rely on him for preservation, 
On whom the whole creation stays : 
The man that's truly wise and just, 
Makes God, and God alone his trust. 
G. Neumark. 

(193.) 159.* t. 14. 

WHEN all thy mercies, O my God, 

My rising soul surveys, 
Transported with the view, I'm lost 

In wonder, love, and praise. 



54 



GOD, THE CREATOR 



2. O how shall words with equal 

warmth 
The gratitude declare, (heart, 
That glows within my ravish'd 
But thou canst read it there. 

3. Thy providence my life sustain'd, 
And all my wants redress'd, 

When in the silent womb I lay, 
And hung upon the breast. 

4. To all my weak complaints and 

cries 
Thy mercy lent an ear, (learnt 
Ere yet my feeble thoughts had 
To form themselves in prayer. 

5. Urmumber'd comforts to my soul 
Thy tender care bestow'd, 

Before my infant-heart conceiv'd 
From whom those comforts flow'd. 

6. When in the slippery paths of 
With heedless steps I ran, (youth 

Thine arm unseen, convey'd me 
And led me up to man. (safe, 

7. Through hidden dangers, toils, 

and deaths, 
It gently clear'd my way, (vice, 
And thro' the pleasing snares of 
More to be fear'd than they. 

8. When worn with sickness, oft 

hast thou 
With health renew'd my face ; 
And when in sin and sorrow sunk, 
Revived my soul with grace. 

9. Ten thousand thousand precious 
My daily thanks employ ; (gifts 

Nor is the least a cheerful heart, 
That tastes those gifts with joy. 

10. Thro' every period of my life 
Thy goodness I'll pursue ; (thee. 

And after death, in heaven with 
The glorious theme renew. 



11. When nature fails, and day 
and night 

Divide thy works no more, 
My ever grateful heart, O Lord, 
Thy mercy shall adore. 

12. Through all eternity to thee 
A joyful song I'll raise : 

But O ! eternity's too short 
To utter all thy praise. 

Addison. 

(194.) 160. t. 14. 

LONG ere the lofty skies were 
Jehovah fill'd his throne; (spread, 

Ere man was form 'd, or angels made, 
The Maker liv'd alone. 

2. His boundless years can ne'er 

decrease, 
But still maintain their prime ; 
Eternity's his dwelling-place, 
And Ever is his time. 

3. While like a tide our minutes 
The present and the past, (flow, 

He fills his own immortal now, 
And sees our ages waste. 

Watts. 

(195.) 161.* t. 106 or 90. 

WELL art thou leading, Guide 

supreme, 
Thy people on their pilgrimage : 
Thy paths may strange and devious 

seem, (pests rage, 

But yet are straight : — should tem- 
Amid the desolating blast, 
Thy calming voice is heard at last. 

2. Thy wisdom scatters, Lord most 
high, (bine ; 

What human prudence would com- 
Thy power upraises to the sky, 
What some in fetters would confine; 
Man, reading not thy perfect will, 
Walketh in some vain shadow still. 



AND PRESERVER. 



55 



3. Thy thoughts are high, and soar 

above 
The vanities which all admire : 
No eloquence thine ear can move, 
Thy impulse must the tongue in- 
spire : 
The Pharisee thou passest by, 
While mercy waits the sinner's cry. 

4. We magnify thy grace, pure love 
Doth thy paternal heart excite ; 
Thy pillar doth before us move, 
To dwell with men is thy delight : 
Thou watchest o'er us day by day, 
And lead'st us in the narrow way. 

5. Sometimes thy rod may seem 

severe, 
Again thy love thou dost display ; 
Thy gentle chastisement is near, 
When we are prone to go astray : 
Soon as we mourning seek thy face, 
Thou bidd'st our wayward wander- 
ings cease. 

6. Thy Spirit grant, that I discern 
Nature from grace, thy light from 

mine ; (burn 

That no strange fire within me 
Which I might vainly think divine : 
Thou Source of life, how blest is he 
Who in thy light the light can see. 
G. Arnold. 

(196.) 162.* t. 595. 

GIVE to the winds thy fears, 
Hope and be undismay'd ; (tears, 
God hears thy sighs and counts thy 
God shall lift up thy head : 
Thro' waves, and clouds, and storms 
He gently clears thy way ; 
Wait thou his time, so shall the 

night 
Soon end in joyous day. 
2. He every where hath way, 
And all things serve his might, 



His every act pure blessing is, 
His path unsullied light : 
When he makes bare his arm, 
What shall his work withstand 1 
When he his people's cause defends, 
Who, who shall stay his hand 1 

3. Leave to his sovereign sway 
To choose and to command, 
With wonder fill'd thou then shalt 

own 
How wise, how strong his hand : 
Thou comprehend'st him not, 
Yet earth and heaven tell, 
God sits as sovereign on his throne. 
He ruleth all things well. 

4. Thou seest our weakness, Lord, 
Our hearts are known to thee, 

O lift thou up the sinking hand, 

Confirm the feeble knee : 

Let us, in life and death, 

Boldly thy truth declare, 

And publish with our latest breath 

Thy love and guardian care. 

P. Gerhard. 

(197.) 163. t. 151. 

CHILDREN of God lack nothing, 

His promise bears them thro' ; 
Who gives the lilies clothing, 

Will clothe his people too : 
Beneath the spreading heavens, 

No creature but is fed ; 
And he who feeds the ravens, 

Will give his children bread. 
2. Tho' vine, nor fig-tree neither, 

Their wonted fruit should bear ; 
Though all the field should wither, 

Nor flocks nor herds be there : 
Yet God the same abiding, 

His praise shall tune my voice ; 
For, while in him confiding, 

I cannot but rejoice, 

Cenmck. 



56 



THE FATHER, SON. 



(198.) 164. t. 581or83. 

QUIET, Lord, my froward heart, 
Make me teachable and mild, 

Upright, simple, free from art, 
Make me as a weaned child ; 

From distrust and envy free 7 

Pleas'd with all that pleaseth thee. 

2. What thou shalt to-day provide, 
Let me as a child receive ; 

What to-morrow may betide, 
Calmly to thy wisdom leave : 

'Tis enough that thou wilt care, 

Why should I the burthen bear 1 



3. As a little child relies 

On a care beyond his own, 
Knows he's neither strong nor 

Fears to stir a step alone : (wise r 
Let me thus with thee abide, 
As my Father, Guard, and Guide. 

4. Thus preserved from Satan's 

wiles, (fears. 

Safe from dangers, free front 
May I live upon thy smiles, 

Till the promis'd hour appears, 
When the sons of God shall prove 
All their Father's boundless love. 
J, Newton. 



IX. THE FATHER, SON, AND HOLY GHOST. 



165/ 



t. 182. 



(199.) 

TO God on high all glory be, 
And thanks that he's so gracious, 
That hence to all eternity 
No evil shall oppress us : (men, 
His word declares good-will to 
On earth is peace restor'd again 
Thro' Jesus Christ our Saviour. 

2. We humbly thee adore, and 

praise, 
And laud for thy great glory : 
Father, thy kingdom lasts always, 
Not frail, nor transitory : 
Thy power is endless as thy praise, 
Thou speak'st, the universe obeys : 
In such a Lord we're happy. 

3. O Jesus Christ, enthron'd on 
The Father's Son beloved, (high, 
By whom lost sinners are brought 

nigh, 
And guilt and curse removed : 
Thou Lamb once slain, our God 

and Lord, 



To needy prayers thine ear afford. 
And on us all have mercy. 

4. O Comforter, God Holy Ghost. 
Thou source of consolation, 
From Satan's power thou wilt, we 

trust, 
Protect Christ's congregation; 
His everlasting truth assert, 
All evil graciously avert, 
Lead us to life eternal. 

(Selnecker,) Ancient Church. 

(200.) 166.* T.9T. 

MOST holy, blessed Trinity, 

God, praised to all eternity, 

Lord over all, whose power did 

frame (same ; 

The world, and still upholds the 
All things thou reconciiest unto 

thee : (Jesty. 

With awe we now adore thy ma- 

2. Father of Jesus, Lord of all, 
Thee we our God and Father calL 



AND HOLY GHOST. 



57 



Since Jesus made us by his blood, 
Children and blessed heirs of God ; 
Eternal praise and thanks are due 
to thee, (ful family. 

From Christ's redeem'd and grate- 

3. tj Lamb of God, for sinners 

slain, 
Who didst the human race regain, 
And claim'st it as thy property ; 
Worthy art thou eternally : 
For all we are and have, is thine 

alone, (thine own. 

Ah, take and keep us evermore 

4. God Holy Ghost, to thee we 

raise (and praise, 

With joyful hearts our thanks 
For leading us to Christ by faith, 
And glorifying Jesus' death ; 
O grant that we may all in him 

abide, (bride. 

That he may glory in a faithful 

5. We all say, Amen, deeply bow'd 
In presence of the triune God, 
By whom in Christ we're fore-or- 

dain'd 
To happiness that knows no end ; 
With grateful hearts we thank and 

praise the Lord : 
His saving name for ever be ador'd. 



(201,3 



167. 



t. 68. 



HOLY Trinity, 

We confess with joy, 
That our life and whole salvation 
Flow from God's blest incarnation, 

And his death for us 

On the shameful cross. 

2. Had we angels' tongues 

With seraphic songs, (thee, 
Bowing hearts and knees before 
Triune God, we would adore thee, 



In the highest strain, 
For the Lamb once slain. 

Nyberg. 

(202.) 188* t. 230. 

TO the Father render praises, 
Whose love in Christ to life us 

raises, 
And comforts us in all distress ; 
Glory, thanks, and adoration, (tion,. 
Be giv'n to Christ without cessa- 
W T hose presence yields us joy and 
The Spirit magnify, (peace ; 

W 7 ho doth to us apply, 
Jesus' merit; 
Our God revere, 
He's present here, 
Come, worship him with filial fear. 

2. Father of the congregation, 
O what abundant consolation 
We in thy gracious counsel find, 
Which by Christ was manifested ; 
His coming in the flesh attested 
Thy tender love to all mankind : 
Thy name we magnify 

To all eternity ; 

For thy mercies 

Unbounded are ; 

Thy love and care (prayer. 

Exceed our utmost wish and 

3. Lord, our matchless Friend and 

Brother, (other 

Thy praises from each day to the 
I'll sing while I have breath in me ; 
God, as man to us related, (ed 
The grateful sense thou hast creat- 
To praise excites me powerfully : 
Rise, spirit of gladness, rise, 
Exalt his sacrifice. 
Hallelujah, 
In highest strain 
To the Lamb slain : 
Let heav'n and earth reply, Ameiic. 



THE FATHER, SON, 



58 

4. Holy Spirit, we adore thee, 
And to thy name give praise and 
For graciously directing us (glory, 
To seek pardon, peace, and favour 
With God, thro' Jesus Christ our 

Saviour, 
From whom alone salvation flows : 
O fill us with his love, 
So that our walk may prove 
To his honour ; 
And grant that we 
Continually 
May to thy voice obedient be. 

Germ. Lit. (Louisa t. Hayn.) 

(204.) 169. t. 39. 

O FATHER of mercy, be ever 
ador'd ; (our Lord 

Thy love was displayed in sending 

To ransom and bless us : thy good- 
ness we praise (grace. 

For sending in Jesus salvation by 

2. Most merciful Saviour, who 

deignedst to die, (don to buy ; 
Our curse to remove, and our par- 
Accept our thanksgiving, almighty 

to save, (lieve, 

Who openest heaven to all that be- 

3. O Spirit of wisdom, of love, and 

of power, (grace we adore ; 
We prove thy blest influence, thy 
Whose inward revealing applies 

our Lord's blood, (of God. 

Attesting and sealing us children 

C. Wesley. 

(206.) 170. t. 14. 

OUR heavenly Father, source of 
love, 

To thee our hearts we raise : 
Thy all-sustaining power we prove, 
And gladly sing thy praise. 
2. Lord Jesus, thine we wish to be, 

Our sacrifice receive : 



Made, & preserv'd, & sav'd by thee. 
To thee ourselves we give. 

3. Come, Holy Ghost, the Saviour's 

love 
Shed in our hearts abroad : 
So shall we ever live, and move, 
And be with Christ in God. 

4. Honour to the almighty Three, 
And everlasting One : 

All glory to the Father be, 

The Spirit, and the Son. w, 

(207.) 171.* t. 58. 

GLORY to the Father, 
Who in Christ Jesus 
Doth as dear children own and 
richly bless us, 

World without end. 

2. Glory unto Jesus, 
The man of sorrows, 

Who sufTer'd, died, rose, and re- 
vived for us, 

That we might live, 

3. Glory and obedience 

To the Holy Spirit, (merit 

Who glorifies Christ Jesus, and his 

To us applies. 

4. Lamb of God, once wounded 
For our salvation, 

Let all who breathe, proclaim thy 
bitter passion 

For evermore. 

(209.) 172. t.167. 

MAY the grace of Christ our Sa- 
viour, 
And the Father's boundless love, 
With the Holy Spirit's favour, 
Rest upon us from above : 
Thus may we abide in union 
With each other in the Lord : 
And possess, in sweet communion, 
Joys which earth cannot afford. 

Newton, 



AND HOLY GHOST. 



59 



(210.) 173. t. 590. 

FATHER of angels and of men, 
Saviour, who us hast bought, 
Spirit, by whom we're born again, 
And sanctified, and taught ; 
Thy glory, holy Three in One, 
Thy people's song shall be, (run, 
Long as the wheels of time shall 
And thro' eternity. 

174. t. 581 or 83. 

NOW, with angels round the 
Cherubim and seraphim, (throne, 
And the church which still is one, 
Let us swell the solemn hymn : 
Glory to the great I AM ! 
Glory to the slaughter'd Lamb I 
2. Blessing, honour, glory, might, 
And dominion infinite, 
To the Father of our Lord, 
To the Spirit and the Word ; 
As it was all worlds before, 
Is, and shall be evermore. 

Conder 

(211.) 175. t.166. 

THAT peace which God alone re- 
veals 
And by his word of grace imparts, 
Which only the believer feels, 
Direct, and keep, and cheer our 

hearts : 
And may the holy Three in One, 
The Father, Word, and Comforter 
Pour an abundant blessing down 
On every soul assembled here. 

Newton. 

(212.) 176.* t. 185. 

WITH thy presence, Lord, our 

Head and Saviour, 
Bless us all, we humbly pray ; 
Our dear heavenly Father's love 

and favour 



Be our comfort every day ; 
May the Holy Ghost in each pro- 
ceeding (leading : 
Favour us with his most gracious 
Thus shall we be truly blest, 
Both in labour and in rest. Or. 

(214.) 177. t. 185. 

THE Lord bless and keep thee in 
his favour, 
As his chosen property ; 
The Lord make his face shine on 
thee ever, 
And be gracious unto thee ; 
The Lord lift his countenance 
most gracious ftious, 

Upon thee, and be to thee propi- 
And his peace on thee bestow ; 
Amen, Amen, be it so. 

B. Latrobe. 

(215.) 178. t. 595. 

YE angels round the throne, 
And men that dwell below, 
Worship the Father, love the Son, 
And bless the Spirit too. 

Watts, 

(217.) 179. t. 22. 

THE grace of our Lord Jesus 

Christ, 
The love of God so highly prized, 
The Holy Ghost's communion be 
With all of us most sensibly. 

J. de "WatteTille. 

(218.) 180.* t. 132, 

NOW sing thou happy church of 
His favour'd congregation, (God, 
Redeem'd with Jesus' precious 

blood 
From every tribe and nation : 
Most holy, blessed Trinity, (thee 
For the Lamb slain all praise to 
Both now and ever. Amen. 

Z. 



60 



X. OUR HEAVENLY FATHER. 



(219.) 181. t. 22. 

OUR heavenly Father is not 

known 
To us, but in the Son alone ; 
His mercy, love, and boundless 

grace 
We see display'd in Jesus' face. 

2. O God, how dreadful was thy 

name, 
Until the God-man Jesus came ; 
We cannot love nor honour thee, 
Unless the Son hath made us free. 

3. O love, no human tongue can 
O love divine, unsearchable ! (tell ! 
The Father gave his only Son 
For guilty sinners to atone. 

4. Can any ill distress my heart, 
Since God with his own Son did 

part 1 
Whate'er I want can't be denied, 
Since Christ for me was crucified. 
M. Taylor. 

(220.) 182. t. 14. 

BEHOLD what love the Father 
On guilty men bestow'd, (hath 

That we, who children are of wrath, 
Should children be of God. 

2. O how beyond expression great 
His love in Christ doth shine ! 

'Tis like himself — the eternal God, 
Past knowledge, all divine. 

3. Behold, for fallen, guilty man, 
The Lord of glory dies ; 

Lays down his life us to redeem, 
A precious sacrifice. 

4. Now doth our Lord, the Son of 
Who for us liv'd and died, (God 



See of the travail of his soul, 
And is well satisfied. 

5. Peace and good-will are now to 
Most gloriously display'd, (man 

And life eternal we obtain 

From God, in Christ our Head. 

6. O let us then repeat the theme, 
Which always sounds above ; 

And ever sing with joyful hearts 
The wonders of his love. 



183.* 



t. 22. 



(221.) 

THOU hast the world so greath 

lov'd, 
Father, that thou by mercy mov'd 
Didst give thy well-beloved Son, 
By death for sinners to atone. 

2. That he all who in him believe, 
Might in thy family receive, 

For thou didst deem his sacrifice 
An all-sufficient ransom-price. 

3. As children we are own'd by thee, 
Since Christ our brother deign'd to 

be ; 
We feel thy kind, paternal heart 
To us who have in him a part. 

4. The whole salvation of thy Son, 
And all his merits make our own ; 
Yea, grant us richly, for thy sake, 
Of heavenly blessings to partake. 

5. Thou art our Father and our God, 
Since Christ assum'd our flesh and 

blood ; 
Therefore in thee our trust we place, 
And give thee never-ceasing praise. 

z. 



184. 



t. 205. 



FATHER of eternal grace, 
Glorify thyself in me ; 



OUR HEAVENLY FATHER. 



Meekly beaming in my face, 

May the world thine image see : 
Happy only in thy love, 
Poor, unfriended, or unknown, 
Fix my thoughts on things above, 
Stay my heart on thee alone. 
2. Humble, holy, all resign'd 

To thy will, — thy will be done ! 
Give me, Lord, the perfect mind 

Of thy well-beloved Son : 
Counting gain and glory loss, 
May I tread the path He trod, 
Die with Jesus on the cross, 
Rise with him to thee, my God. 

Montgomery. 

(224.) 185. t. 341. 

THEE, O my God and King, 
My Father, thee I sing, 
Hear weil-pleas'd the joyous sound, 
Praise from earth and heaven re- 
ceive : 
Lost, I now in Christ am found, 
Dead, by faith in Christ I live. 

2. Father, behold thy Son, 
In Christ I am thine own : 
Stranger long to thee and rest, 
See, the prodigal is come : 
Open wide thy arms and breast, 
Take the weary wanderer home. 

3. Thine eye observ'd from far, 
Thy pity drew me near : 

Me thy bowels yearn'd to see, 
Me thy mercy ran to rind, 
Empty, poor, and void of thee, 
Hungry, sick, and faint, and blind. 

4. Thou on my neck didst fall, 
Thy kiss forgave me all. 

Still the gracious words I hear, 
Words that made the Saviour mine, 
" Haste, for him the robe prepare, 
His be righteousness divine." 

C. Westey. 



186. 



61 

t. 595, 



OUR heavenly Father, hear 
The prayer we offer now ; 
Thy name be hallow'd far and near, 
To thee all nations bow ; 
Thy kingdom come ; thy will 
On earth be done in love, 
As saints and seraphim fulfil 
Thy perfect law above. 

2. Our daily bread supply, 
While by thy Word we live: 
The guilt of our iniquity 
Forgive, as we forgive : 

From dark temptation's power, 
From Satan's wiles defend ; 
Deliver in the evil hour, 
And guide us to the end. 

3. Thine, then, for ever be 
Glory and power divine ; 

The sceptre, throne, and majesty 
Of heaven and earth are thine. 
Thus humbty taught to pray, 
By thy beloved Son, (say 

Through him we come to thee and 
All for his sake be done. 

Montgomery. 



(227.) 



187. 



t. 14. 



FATHER of all, almighty Lord, 
Our Father, and our God, 

Since Jesus Christ,the eternal Word, 
Assumed our flesh and blood. 

2. Let ail with love and filial fear 
Thy sacred name adore ; 

O may thy kingdom soon appear, 
And spread the world all o'er. 

3. Help us thy pleasure to fulfil, 
As done by heavenly powers ; 

Accomplish in us all thy will, 
And let that will be ours. 



62 

4, Our souls and bodies feed, we 

pray, 
With food which thou see'st best, 
We ask our portion for the day, 
And leave to thee the rest. 

5. Let mercy pardon all our crimes 
Which justice must condemn ; 

As some have wrong'd us many 
times, 
And we would pardon them. 

H. Let not temptation us befal, 
While here our race we run ; 

But rescue and defend us all 
From sin and the evil one. 

7. Thine is the kingdom, thine the 
O'er angels and o'er men ; (power 

The glory too for evermore, 
Is thine : Amen, Amen. 

J. Hart. 



OUR HEAVENLY FATHER. 



188. 



t. 595. 



THE Gotl of Abraham praise, 
Who reigns enthron'd above ; 
Ancient of everlasting days, 
Th' almighty God of love. 
Jehovah, Great I Am ! 
By earth and heaven confess'd : 
I bow and bless the sacred name 
For ever, ever bless'd. 

2. The God of Abraham praise, 
At whose supreme command 
From earth I rise, — and seek the 
Of heaven, at his right hand, (joys 
I all on earth forsake, 

Its wisdom, fame and power ; 
And him my only portion make, 
My shield, my rock and tower. 

3. Though nature's strength decay, 
And earth and hell withstand, 



The watery deep I pass, 

With Jesus in my view, 

And through the howling wilderness 

My pilgrim path pursue. 

4. The goodly land I see, 
With peace and plenty bless'd ; 
A land of sacred liberty, 

And everlasting rest. 
There milk and honey flow, 
And oil and wine abound ; 
And trees of life for ever grow 
With endless mercy crown'd. 

5. There dwells the Lord our King, 
The Lord our righteousness, 
Triumphant o'er the world and sin, 
Jesus, the Prince of peace. 

On Sion's sacred height 
His kingdom he maintains, 
And glorious, with his saints, in 
Enthron'd for ever reigns. (light 

6. He keeps his own secure, 
He guards them by his side, 
Arrays in garments white and pure 
His blood-bought, spotless bride. 
With streams of sacred bliss, 
With groves of living joys, 
W 7 ith all the fruits of paradise 
His saints he still supplies. 

7. Before the Three in One 
They all exulting stand, 

And tell the wonders he hath done 
With his almighty hand. 
The list'ning spheres attend, 
And swell the growing fame, 
A nd sing, in songs which never end, 
Jehovah's wondrous name. 

The whole triumphant host 
Give thanks to God on high : 



To Canaan's bounds I urge my way, I 'Hail, Father, Son, and Holy Ghost,' 
At his divine command. | Eternally they cry : 



JESUS CHRIST, THE SON OF GOD, 



68 



Hail, Abraham's God and mine, 
I join the heavenly lays ; 
All might and majesty are thine, 
And never-eeasing praise. 

Oliver, (adapted.) 

(229.) 189.* t. 106. 

DRAW me, O Father, to the Son, 
That he may draw me unto thee : 
Thy Spirit render me his own, 
And rule without control in me ; 
Shed in my heart thy love abroad, 
And keep me in thy peace, O God. 
B. Cresselius. 

(230.) 190.* t. 79. 

REJOICE, my soul, God cares for 
Trust to his word assuredly, (thee, 
However things may go : (sake, 
Thy heavenly Father, for Christ's 



Of thy concerns will notice take, 
And mercy freely to thee show. 

2. My griefs and cares, to thee well 

known, 
My God, I cast on thee alone, 
In thee is all my trust : 
Since thou dost govern, I'll be stilL 
Into thy hands resign my will, 
And thank thee prostrate in the 

dust. 

3. I confidently do believe, (leave, 
Me, thy poor child, thou wilt not 
For thou my Father art : (faith. 
Fill thou my soul with love and 
Thus I am rich in life and death, 
And from thy love nought shall me 

part. 

J. Sach«. 



XI. JESUS CHRIST, THE SON OF GOD. 



191. 



r. 22. 



(238.) 



MY song shall bless the Lord of all, 
My praise ascend to his abode : 
Thee, Saviour, by that name I call, 
The great Supreme^ the mighty 
GooV 

2. Without beginning or decline, 
Object of faith, and not of sense ; 
Eternal ages saw him shine, 

He shines eternal ages hence. 

3. As much, when in the manger 
Almighty ruler of the sky, (laid, 
As when the six days' work he 

made G ov ' 

Fill'd all the morning-stars with 

4. Of all the crowns Jehovah bears, 
Salvation is his dearest claim ; 



That gracious sound well-pleas'd 

he hears, 
And owns Immanuel for his name 

5. A cheerful confidence I feel, 
My well-plac'd hopes with joy I see; 
My bosom glows with heavenly 

zeal, 
To worship him who died for me. 

6. As man he pities my complaint ; 
His power and truth are all divine. 
He will not fail, he cannot faint, 
Salvation's sure, and must be mine, 

Cowper, 

(234.) 192.* t. 68 

O ETERNAL Word, 

Jesus Christ, our Lord f (thee. 
While the hosts of heaven adore 
We with awe fall down before 
thee. 



m 



JESUS CHRIST, 



And with rapture raise 

Songs of love and praise. 
2. God and man indeed, 

Comfort in all need, 
Thou becam'st a man of sorrows, 
To gain life eternal for us, 

By thy precious blood, 

Jesus, man and God. 

A. Drese. 

(235.) 193 - t. 22. 

BEFORE the heavens were 

stretch'd abroad, 
From everlasting was the Word ; 
With God he was, the Word was 
And must divinely be ador'd. (God 

2. By his own power were all 

things made ; 
By him supported all things stand; 
He is the whole creation's Head, 
And angels fly at his command. 

3. Mortals with joy behold his face, 
The eternal Father's only Son ; 
How full of truth, how full of 

grace (shone. 

Was Christ, in whom the Godhead 

4. Archangels left their high abode, I 
To learn new mysteries here, and 

tell 
The love of our descending God, 
The glories of Immanuel. 

Watts. 

(236.) 194.* t. 172. 

THY majesty how vast it is, 
And how immense the glory, 
Which thou, O Jesus, dost possess ; 
Both heaven and earth adore thee ; 
The legions of angels exalt thy 

great name, (cendent; 

Thy glory and might are trans- 
And thousands of thousands thy 

praises proclaim, 
Upon thee gladly dependent. 



2. The Father's equal, God the 
With him thou ever reignest; (Son; 
Thou art partaker of his throne, 
And all things thou sustainest : 
Both angels and men view their 

Maker as man, (sion : 

With joy that is past all expres- 
O happy, unspeakably happy, who 
Find in him life and salvation, (can 

3. This mystery every throne and 
Admires with adoration ; (power 
The angelic choirs for evermore 
Extol his incarnation : 

The angels and elders before hint 
fall down, (ing; 

With accents melodious him prais- 

Unto the Lamb slain, and to him 
on the throne, 

They render glory unceasing. 

4. The Church on earth in humble 

strain, 
Exaiteth Christ our Saviour; 
She sings, The Lamb for us was 
Our foe is cast for ever ; (slain. 
For Christ hath redeem'd us by 

his precious blood 
Out of every nation and kindred. 
And made us thereby kings and 

priests unto God, 
To him thanksgiving be jrender'd. 

5. When Christ in majesty shall 

come, 
With all his bright attendance, 
On every man pronounce a doom. 
An awful, final sentence : 
Then shall all his enemies quaking 

with dread, (to cover ; 

Wish mountains and rocks them 
The ransom'd with gladness will 

lift up their heads, 
i\nd live with Jesus for ever. 

J. Angolan 



THE SON OF GOD. 



65 



(237.) 195. t. 14. 

O THE delights, the heavenly 
The glories of the place, (joys, 
Where Jesus sheds the brightest 
Of his o'erflowing grace, (beams 

2. Sweet majesty and awful love 
Sit smiling on his brow, 

And all the glorious ranks above 
At humble distance bow. 

3. Princes to his imperial name 
Bend their bright sceptres down : 
Dominions, thrones, and powers re- 
To see him wear the crown, (joice 

4. Upon that dear majestic head 
That cruel thorns did wound, 
See what immortal glories shine 
And circle it around. 

5. This is the man, the exalted 
Whom we unseen adore; (man, 
But when our eyes shall see his face, 
Our hearts shall love him more. 

Watts. 

(238.) 196. t. 341. 

WORTHY, O Lord, art thou, 

That every knee should bow, 
Every tongue to thee confess ; 

Universal nature join, 
Strong and mighty thee to bless, 

Gracious, merciful, benign. 

2. Hail your dread Lord and ours, 
Dominions, thrones, and powers : 

Source of power he rules alone: 
Veil your faces, prostrate fall, 

Cast your crowns before his throne, 
Hail the Cause, the Lord of all. 

3. Justice and truth maintain 
Thy everlasting reign ; 

One with thine almighty Sire, 
Partner of an equal throne, 

King of kings, let all conspire, 
Gratefully thy sway to own. 

7 



4. Jesus, thou art my King, 
To me thy succour bring : 

Christ the mighty One art thou, 
Help for all on thee is laid : 

This thy promise claim I now, 
Send me down the promis'd aid, 

5. Triumph and reign in me, 
And spread thy victory : 

Sin, and death, and hell control, 
Pride, and self, and every foe ; 

All subdue, thro' all my soul 
Conquering and to conquer go. 
C. Wesley. 

(239.) 197.* t. 97. 

THOU reign'st above on heaven's 

throne, 
The Father's equal, God the Son ; 
The Holy Ghost to us displays 
Thy majesty and boundless grace, 
And in the Scriptures clearly doth 

explain, 
That thou, Lord, madest and re- 

deemedst man. 

2. With awe and reverence, 'fore 
thee, (knee, 

And at thy name we bow the 
As all in earth and heaven join 
To extol thy majesty divine, 
And thee, to God the Father's 
glory, call (of all. 

The great Jehovah, mighty Lord 



(240.) 



198. 



t. 595. 



PREPARE a thankful song 
To the Redeemer's name ; 

His praises should employ each 
And every heart inflame, (tongue, 

2. He laid his glory by, 

And dreadful pains endur'd, 

That rebels, such as you and I, 
From wrath might be secur'd. 



m 



JESUS CHRIST, 



3. Upon the cross he died, 
Our debt of sin to pay ; 

The blood and water from his side 
Wash guilt and sin away. 

4. And now he pleading stands 
For us, before the throne ; 

And answers all the law demands, 
With what himself hath done. 

5. He sees us willing slaves 
To sin, and Satan's power ; 

But with an outstretch'd arm he 
In his appointed hour. (saves, 

6 The H£ly Ghost he sends 
Our stubborn souls to move, 

To make his enemies his friends, 
And conquer them by love. 

7. The love of sin departs, 
The life of grace takes place, 

Soon as his voice invites our hearts 
To rise and seek his face. 

8. The world and Satan rage. 
But he their power controls ; 

His wisdom, love, and truth engage 
Protection for our souls. 

9. Tho' press'd we need not yield, 
But shall prevail at length ; 

For Jesus is our sun and shield, 
Our righteousness and strength. 

10. Assur'd that Christ our King 
Will put our foes to flight, 

We on the field of battle sing, 
And triumph while we fight. 

Newton 



(241.) 



199. 



t. 595. 



Convinc'd and certified I am. 
There is no God beside. 

3. Soon as the Spirit shows 
That precious blood of thine. 

The happy, pardon'd sinner know? 
It is the blood divine. 

4. Yea, only he who feels, 
My Saviour for me died, 

Is certain that the Godhead dwells 
In Jesus crucified. 



JESUS, my Lord, my God, 
The God supreme thou art, 

The Lord of hosts, whose precious 
Is sprinkled on my heart, (blood 

2. Jehovah is thy name ; 

And thro' thy blood applied. 



'242.) 



200. 



t. 14. 



ALL glory to the Saviour's name. 
Let angels prostrate fall ; 

Bring forth the royal diadem, 
And crown him Lord of all. 

2. Ye saints in glory, who with joy 
Have left this earthly ball, 

Your most triumphant songs em- 
Extol the Lord of all. (ploy. 

3. Children of God, who walk by 
Ye ransom 'd from the fall, (faith. 

Show forth your dear Redeemer's 
Confess him Lord of all. (death. 

4. Let every tribe, and every tongue 
That hear the Saviour's call. 

Unite in one harmonious song, 
And hail him Lord of all. 

Countess of Huntingdon's Hymns. 

(243.) 201, t. 595. 

HOSANNA to the Son 

Of David, and of God, (down. 
Who brought the news of pardon 

And seal'd it with his blood. 

2. To Christ, the anointed King, 
Be endless blessings giv'n ; 

Let the whole earth his glory sing 

Who made our peace with heaven. 

Watts. 



THE SON OF GOD. 



(244.) 



202. t. 95 or 90. 



JESUS, thou source of calm re- 
pose, (knows, 
Thy like, nor man, nor angel 
Fairest among ten thousand fair; 
E'en those, whom death's sad fet- 
ters bound, (round, 
Whom thickest darkness compass'd 
Find light and life, if thou appear. 

2. Effulgence of the light divine, 
Ere rolling planets knew to shine, 
Ere time its ceaseless course began : 
Thou, when the appointed time 

was come, 
Didst not abhor the virgin's womb, 
But God with God, wast man with 

man. 

3. The world, sin, death oppose in 

vain ; 
Thou by thy dying death hast slain; 
My great Deliverer and my God : 
Against thee vain is Satan's rage, 
In vain doth hell its powers engage, 
Xought can withstand thy con- 
quering blood. 

4. Lord over all, sent to fulfil 
Thy gracious Father's sovereign 

will, 
To thy dread sceptre will I bow ; 
With duteous reverence at thy feet 
Like humble Mary, lo, I sit; 
Speak, Lord, thy servant heareth 

now. 

5. Renew thine image, Lord, in me, 
Lowly and gentle may I be ; (dear: 
No charms but these to thee are 
No anger may'st thou ever find, 
No pride in ray unruffled mind, 
But faith and heaven-born peace 

be there. 

6. A patient, a victorious mind, 
That, life and all things cast behind, 



Springs forth obedient to thy call 
A heart that no desire can move, 
But still to adore, believe, and love, 
Give me, my Lord, my Life, my All. 

(245.) 203.** :p.68. 

JESUS, who with thee 

Can compared be ? 
Source of rest and consolation. 
Life, and light, and full salvation : 

Son of God, with thee 

None compar'd can be. 

2 Life, thou diedst for me. 

From all misery $ 
And distress me to deliver, 
And from death to save for ever : 

I am by thy blood, 

Reconcil'd to God. 

3. Highest King and Priest, 
Prophet, Lord, and Christ. 

Thy dear sceptre is embraced 
By me at thy feet abased : 

I choose Mary's seat 

At thy holy feet. 

4. Grant me steadiness, 

Lord, to run my race, (d^r. 

Following thee with love most ten- 
So that Satan may not hinder 
Me by craft or force : 
Further thou my course. 

5. By thy Spirit's light 
Me instruct aright. 

That I watch and pray with fervour: 
Trusting thee, my soul's preserver: 

Love unfeign'd, O Lord, 

Unto me afford. 

6. When I hence depart. 
Strengthen thou my heart. 

And into thy realms convey me. 
In thy righteousness array me, 

That at thy right hand 

Joyful I may stand. 



68 



JESUS CHRIST, THE SON OF GOD. 



204. 



T. 341. 



(246.) 

O DAY-SPRING from on high, 
In mercy hear my cry : 

See the travail of thy soul 
Saviour, and be satisfied : 

Rule in me without control ; 
May I ever thine abide. 

2. Jesus, who art the Tree 
Of immortality, 

Feed this tender branch of thine : 
By thy influence I shall thrive : 

Thou, the true, the heavenly Vine, 
Grafted iMo thee I live. 

3. Of life the Fountain thou ; 
I know, I feel it now ; 

Faint and dead no more I droop ; 

Thou reviv'st me, thy supplies, 
Every moment springing up, 

Unto life eternal rise. 

4. Thou the good Shepherd art ; 
From thee I'll never part : 

Thou, my Keeper and my Guide, 
Watch me still with tender care, 

Gently lead me by thy side, 
Kindly in thy bosom bear. 

5. Thou art my daily Bread, 

O Christ, thou art my Head ; 
Countless benefits on me 

As thy body's member flow : 
Nourish'd I and fed by thee, 

Up to thee in all things grow. 

6. Prophet, to me reveal 
Thy Father's perfect will : 

Never mortal spake like thee ; 

Lord, may I by thee be taught, 
May I listen eagerly 
To thy words with comfort fraught. 

7. High-priest, on thee I call, 
Thy blood aton'd for all ; 

Thou dost still in heaven above 
As the Lamb once slain appear ; 



There remember me in love, 

Plead for me a sinner there. 
8. Jesus, thou art my King, 

Praises to thee I sing : 
Kept by thy almighty hand, 

Saviour, who shall pluck me 
thence 1 
Faith supports, by faith I stand, 

Strong in thy omnipotence. 

C. Wesley 

205. t. 581 or 83.' 

CHRIST, whose glory fills the skies, 
Christ, the true, the only light ; 
Sun of righteousness arise, 
Triumph o'er the shades of night : 
Day-spring from on high, be near ; 
Day-star in my heart appear. 

2. Dark and cheerless is the morn, 
Unaccompanied by thee ; 
Joyless is the day's return, 

Till thy mercy's beams I see ; 
Till they inward light impart. 
Glad my eyes, and warm my heart. 

3. Visit, then, this soul of mine, 
Pierce the gloom of sin and grief; 
Fill me, Radiancy divine ! 
Scatter all my unbelief: 

More and more thyself display, 
Shining to the perfect day. 

"c. Wesley. 

(247.) 206. t. 249. 

WE bow before thy throne, 

Jesus, :(j: and thee alone 

Our God and Saviour own : 
While pilgrims here on earth we are, 
I We to thy courts will oft repair,'" 

To offer prayer and praise : 

O God of Grace, 

Thy saving name we bless. 
2. Again we raise the strain, 

Worthy :jj: the Lamb once slain. 



THE HOLY GHOST. 



69 



For evermore to reign : (more. 
Thee, Christ, God bless'd for ever- 
Our lips confess, our hearts adore : 

Honour and majesty 

Be given to thee 

Now and eternally. 

(248.) 207. t. 22. 

COME, worship at Imman u el's feet; 
Behold in him what wonders meet: 
Words are too feeble to express 
His worth, his glory, or his grace. 

2. He is the Head ; each member 

lives, 
And owns the vital power he gives; 
The saints below, and saints above, 
Join'd by his Spirit and his love. 

3. He is the Vine, his heavenly root 
Supplies each branch with life and 

fruit ; 



O may a lasting union join 

My soul to Christ the living Vine. 

4. He is the Rock ; how firm he 

proves ; 
The Rock of ages never moves : 
But the sweet streams that from him 

flow, 
Attend us all the desert through. 

5. He is the Sun of righteousness, 
Diffusing light, and joy, and peace: 
What healing in his beams appears, 
To chase our clouds and dry our 

tears ! 

6. Yet faintly to us mortals here 
His glory, grace, and worth appear : 
His beauties we shall clearly trace, 
When we behold him face to face. 

Watts. 



XII. THE HOLY GHOST, HIS GIFTS AND OPERATIONS. 



(252.) 208.* t. 203, 

COME, Holy Ghost, come, Lord 

our God, 
And shed thy heavenly gifts abroad 
On us, and unto every heart 
True faith and fervent love impart : 
Lord, who by thy heavenly light, 
Hast caird thy church from sinful 

night, 
Out of all nations, tribes and places ; 
To thee we render thanks and 

praises : 

Hallelujah. :||: 

2. Thou Light divine, most gracious 
Revive us by thy holy word, (Lord, 
And teach thy flock in truth to call 
On God, the father of us all : 



From all strange doctrines us pre- 
serve, 
No other master may we serve, 
But Christ, who is our only Saviour: 
In him we will confide for ever : 

Hallelujah. :||: 

3. O Holy Ghost, kind Comforter, 
Help us with watchfulness and 

prayer, 
'Midst various trials thee to obey, 
And never from the truth to stray : 
O Lord, by thy almighty grace, 
Prepare us so to run our race, 
That we by thy illumination, 
May gain heaven's glorious habi- 
tation : 

Hallelujah. :||: 
Robert of France, Luther. 



70 



THE HOLY GHOST. 



v 



255.) 



209.* 



T.4. 



O SPIRIT of grace, 

Thy kindness we trace, 

In showing to us (Christ's cross. 
That life and salvation proceed from 
'2. In darkness we stray 'd, 

Until we were led 

By thee to believe (receive. 

That Jesus, our Saviour, will sinners 

3. Our hearts thou didst cheer, 
Dispelling all fear ; 

We humbly could claim (name. 
Salvation and pardon in Jesus' dear 

4. Grant us to obey 
Thy teaching, we pray, 

O spirit of love, (to prove. 

And thankful to thee for thy mercies 

5. We wish to afford 
To Jesus our Lord, 

For his bitter pain, (chosen train. 
Joy, honour, and glory, midst his 

6. O therefore impart 
Thyself to each heart, 
That thus we may show. 

In our whole behaviour, that Jesus 
we know. 

Z. and others. 

(257.) 210. t. 14. 

COME, blessed Spirit, gracious 

Lord, 

Thy power to us make known ; 
•Strike with the hammer of thy word, 

And break each heart of stone 
'2. Give us ourselves and Christ to 

In this our gracious day ; (know; 
Repentance unto life bestow, 

Christ's pardoning love display 
3. Convince us first of unbelief, 

And freely then release ; 
Fill every soul with sacred grief, 

And then with sacred peace. 



4. Show us our poverty, relieve 
And then enrich the poor ; 

The knowledge of our sickness 
The knowledge of our cure, (give, 

5. A blessed sense of guilt impart, 
And then remove the load : 

Trouble, then lead the troubled 

To Christ's atoning blood, (heart 

Wesley. 

(258.) 211. t. 14. 

O HOLY Ghost, eternal God 
Descending from above, (blood, 

Thou nll'st the soul thro' Jesus' 
With faith, and hope, and love. 

2. Thou comfortest the heavy heart, 
By sin and grief oppress'd ; 

Thou to the dead dost life impart, 
And to the weary, rest. 

3. Thy sweet communion charms 

the soul, 
And gives true peace and joy ; 
Which Satan's power can ne'er 
control, 
Nor all his wiles destroy. 

4. Let no false comfort lift us up 
To confidence that's vain ; 

Nor let their faith and courage 
droop, 
Who love the Lamb once slain. 

5. Breathe comfort, where distress 

abounds, 
O make our conscience clean ; 
And heal, with balm from Jesus' 

wounds, 
The festering sores of sin. 

6. Vanquish our lusts, our pride 

remove, 
Take out the heart of stone ; 
Show us the Father's boundless 

love, 
The merits of the Son. 



THE HOLY GHOST. 



71 



7 . The Father sent his Son to die ; 

The willing Son obey'd : 
The witness Thou to ratify 

The purchase Christ hath made. 
J. Hart. 

,259.) 212. t. 582 or 595. 

COME, Holy Spirit, come, 
Let thy bright beams arise ; 

Dispel the darkness from our minds, 
And open all our eyes. 

2. Revive our drooping faith, 
Our doubts and fears remove ; 

And kindle in our breasts the flame 
Of never-ceasing love. 

3. Convince us of our sin, 
Then lead to Jesus' blood ; 

And to our stubborn hearts reveal 
The hidden love of God. 

4. 'Tis thine to cleanse the heart, 
To sanctify the soul, 

To pour fresh life on every part, 
And new-create the whole. 

5. If thou, O Comforter, 
Thine influence withdraw, 

What easy victims soon we fall 
To conscience and the law ! 

6. No longer burns our love ; 
Our faith and courage fail ; 

Our sin revives, and death and hell 
Our feeble souls assail. 

7. Dwell therefore in our hearts ; 
Our minds from bondage free ; 

Then shall we know, and praise 
and love 
The Father, Son, and Thee 

J. Hart. 



Look on us in mercy, grant us thy 

favour, (ever s 

Our souls and bodies we devote for 

O Lord, to thee. 

2. O thou life-giving stream, the 

earth o'erflow, (break through : 
Whatever would obstruct thy course 
O most gracious Spirit, hear our 

petition, (trition, 

Teach all to turn to Jesus with con- 
That they may live. 

3. We pray thee fill us all with 

Jesus' love, (prove: 

That we may in his service faithful 
Teach us to esteem it the greatest 

favour, 
With humble, contrite hearts to 

serve our Saviour 

Till we shall rest. 

4. Unto Christ's congregation in 
each place 

Grant, 'midst all trials, comfort. 

peace, and grace: 
O may all believers, in every station, 
Rejoice in Jesus and in his salvation, 
God, Holy Ghost. 

214. T. 341 



(261. 



213.* 



t. 58. 



THOU Comforter and Guide of 



(262.) 

THOU promis'd Comforter, 

Fruit of the Saviour's prayer, 
Thee the world cannot receive; 

Thee they neither know nor see ; 
Dead is all the life they live, 

Dark their light, while void of 
thee. 

2. Yet I enjoy thy grace, 
Thro' Christ, my righteousness ; 
Mine the gifts thou dost impart, 
Mine the unction from above ; 



Jesus' train, (dain, Pardon written on my heart, 

Who dost thyself his ministers or- 1 Light, and life, and joy, and love. 



72 



THE HOLY GHOST, 



3. Thee I exult to feel, 
Thou in my heart dost dwell ; 

There thou bear'st thy witness true, 
Shed'st the love of God abroad : 

I, in Christ, a creature new, 
I, even I, am born of God. 

4. Thy gifts, blest Comforter, 
I glory to declare : 

Sweetly sure of grace I am, 
Pardon to my soul applied, 

Interest in the spotless Lamb ; 
Dead for all, for me he died. 

5. Thou art thyself the Seal ; 
I more than pardon feel : 

Peace, unutterable peace, 

Joy, that ages near can move, 

Faith's assurance, hope's increase, 
All the confidence of love. 

6. Pledge of the promise given, 
My antepast of heaven, 

Earnest thou of joys divine, 
Joys divine on me bestow'd ; 

Heaven and Christ and all are mine, 
I'm through thee an heir of 
God. 

7. Thou art my inward Guide, 
I ask no help beside ; 

Holy Ghost, on thee I call, 
Weak as helpless infancy ; 

Weak I am, yet cannot fall, 

Stay'd by faith, and led by thee. 

(263.) 215. t.582. 

SPIRIT of truth, come down, 

Reveal the things of God, 
Make thou to us Christ's Godhead 
known, 

Apply his precious blood ; 

His merits glorify, 

That each may clearly see, 
Jesus, who did for sinners die, 

Hath surely died for me, 



2. No man can truly say 
That Jesus is the Lord, 

Unless thou take the veil away, 
And breathe the living word : 
Then, only then we feel 
Our interest in his blood, 

And cry with joy unspeakable, 
" Thou art my Lord, my God." 

3. O that the world might know 
The all-atoning Lamb : 

Spirit of faith, descend and show 
The virtue of his name: 
The grace which all may find, 
The saving power impart ; 

O testify to all mankind, 
And speak in every heart. 

(264.) 216. t. 14. 

COME, Holy Spirit, on us breathe 
With all thy quickening powers ; 
Kindle our love, confirm our faith, 
Warm these cold hearts of ours. 

2, Assure my conscience of her 
In the Redeemer's blood ; (part 
And bear thy witness in my heart. 
That I am born of God. 

3. Thou art the Earnest of his love, 
The Pledge of joys to come: 

O lead us, that we may above 
Obtain our lasting home. 

Watts. 

217. t. 595. 

LORD God, the Holy Ghost, 

In this accepted hour, 
As on the day of Pentecost, 

Descend in all thy power : 
We meet with one accord 

In our appointed place, 
And wait the promise of our Lord. 

The Spirit of all grace. 
2. Like mighty, rushing wind 

Upon the waves beneath. 



THE HOLY GHOST. 



Move with one impulse every mind, 

One soul, one feeling" breathe : 
The young, the old inspire 
With wisdom from above ; (fire, 
And give us hearts and tongues of 

To pray, and praise, and love. 
3. Spirit of light, explore 

And chase our gloom away, 
With lustre shining more and more 

Unto the perfect day ! 
Spirit of truth, be thou 

In life and death our guide ! 
O, Spirit of adoption, sow 

May we be sanctified ! 

Montgomery. 

218. t. 14. 

COME, Holy Ghost, our souls in- 
spire, 

Let us thine influence prove ; 
Source of the old prophetic fire, 

Fountain of life and love. 
2. Open the hearts of all who hear, 

To make the Saviour room ; 
Now let us find redemption near, 

Let faith by hearing come. 

Congregational H. B. 

(265.) 219. t. 79. 

BREATHE on these bones so dry 

and dead, 
God Holy Ghost, thy influence shed 
In all our hearts abroad : (abounds ; 
Point out the place where grace 
Direct us to the bleeding wounds 
Of Jesus, our incarnate God. 
2. Convince us that the Lamb was 

slain 
For us, and to our minds explain 
The mystery of the cross : 
To know, and to be found in him, 
Let us our highest gain esteem ; 
And for it count all things but loss. 
Hart. 



73 
(266.) 220. t. 14. 

COME, Holy Ghost, eternal God, 

Proceeding from above, 
Both from the Father and the Son ; 

Thou God of peace and love. 

2. Thou art the only Comforter 
In all our soul's distress ; 

Thou showest us our unbelief, 
And Christ's redeeming grace. 

3. Thou dost thy sanctifying gifts 
Unto the church impart ; 

Writes t God's holy, precious law 
On each believer's heart. 

4. Thy holy unction power affords 
The gospel to proclaim : 

By thee enabled, we set forth 
Salvation in Christ's name. 

5. Assist and strengthen us, O 

Lord, 
Thou know'st we all are frail ; 
Grant, neither Satan, world, nor 

flesh 
May o'er Christ's flock prevail. 

6. Cause all disharmony and strife 
In Christendom to cease ; 

And give to all the flocks of Christ 
Love, union, truth, and peace. 

(267.) 221.* t. 22. 

O COMFORTER, God Holy 

Ghost, (stow'st ; 

Thou heavenly gifts on us be- 
The pledge of our salvation art, 
And bear'st thy witness in our 

heart. 
2. The sheep of Jesus which were 

lost, 
Thou callest, teaching them to trust 
For help, forgiveness, peace, and 

grace 
In him, the Lord our righteousness, 



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3. Thy gladd'nhag oil thou dost 

impart 
To every poor and contrite heart, 
Which Jesus as the Saviour knows, 
From whom alone salvation flows. 

4. The feeble souls thou dost sus- 

tain, 
Anointest all the witness train, 
Keepest believers in the faith, 
And art their guide in life and 

death. 

5. Who can thy operations trace, 
The kindness, patience, truth, and 

grace, 
Thou showest to Christ's family, 
W T ho living temples are to thee. 



Bohemian Brethren. 

222.* t. 230. 



(269.) 

THOU great Teacher, who in- 
structest 

Christ's flock, and us to bliss con- 
ductest, 

Who noblest gifts to grant didst 
deign 

To the apostles, thine anointed, 

By thee for that great work ap- 
pointed 

To teach, reprove, and comfort 
men, 

And freely offer grace 

Unto the Gentile race ; 
Lord have mercy : 

Grant us to be — immoveabiy 

Fix'd on their ground, upheld by 
thee. 

(270.) 223.* t. 22. 

TO thee, God Holy Ghost, we 

pray, 
Who lead'st us in the gospel-way, 



Those precious gifts on us bestow, 
Which from our Saviour's merits 
flow. 

2. Thou heavenly Teacher, thee 

we praise 
For thy instruction, power,, and 

grace, 
To love the Father, who doth own 
Us as his children in the Son. 

3. Most gracious Comforter we 
O lead us further every day ; (pray. 
Thy unction to us all impart, 
Preserve and sanctify each heart. 

4. Till we in heaven shall take our 
Instruct us often to repeat, (seat, 
" Abba, our Father," and to be 
With Christ in union constantly. 

" z 

(271.) 224. t. 90. 

O that the Comforter would come, 
Nor visit as a transient guest, 
But fix in me his constant home. 
And keep possession of my breast ; 
Yea, make my soul his blest abode, 
The temple of the in-dwelling God. 

2. Come, Holy Ghost, my soul in- 

spire, 
Attest that I am born again ; 
Come and baptize me, now, with 

fire, 
Nor let thy former gifts be vain : 
Grant me a sense that I'm forgiven, 
A pledge that I'm an heir of heaven. 

3. Grant me the indubitable seal, 
That ascertains the kingdom mine ; 
That powerful stamp I long to feel, 

The signature of love divine : 
O shed it in my heart abroad, 
Fulness of love, of heaven, of God. 
C. Wesley. 



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XIII. GOD'S CALL OF GRACE TO THE UNCONVERTED. 

< v 273.) 225.* T. 217. i 4. They by the Father are esteem 'd. 

, r c j-^, . (When thus presented by our Sa- 

Mv Saviour sinners aoth receive, , . r J ,, ., 

\TLTt . a ■ , ... i j viour : (deem d, 

\\ horn, with sin s galling load op- rr pj u u- i c ■ 

& & r Heal d by his wounds, from sin re- 

„ , ,. They prove the Father's love and 

Nor man nor angel can relieve, •? r < , . 

Who have no hope to be redressed ; „ V , . i 

xmrt r ^ >k r ,i j n - 4 He owns them as his sons and 
who loathe the world and all its K , n , , ., ., . I , 

. _ And all he hath their own declares; 

r* j ^ j-J j c ' Eternal life thev now inherit. 

Dread wrath divine and mourn tor ^ ,, ,. ■■ ■ * ¥ » • 

.-w i .1.1 4.1 .rrocur d tor them by Jesus merit : 

On whom the law pronouneeth u , „--•*.■. • x.- .l ■■ 

. , • rie dwells in them, in him they live. 

sentence, (conscience ; . , . ' , . J . 

Condemned to hell in their own ^nce Jesus sinners doth receive. 
Such wretched sinners find re- °- Ml g^t all his loving heart but 

prieve, see > (sion. 

Since Jesus sinners doth receive. And know his bowels of compas- 

: To sinners, straying carelessly, 

2. The fondest mother cannot have Or such as mourning seek salva- 
Towards her darling such affection! tion : (trace : 
As Jesus show'd, vile man to save ; Him, when on earth midst sinners 
His love exceedeth our conception: Zaccheus tastes his saving grace ; 
He left his throne and blest abode, He comforts Magdalen in affliction, 
To bear the sinner's heavy load ; j Regards her tears and deep con- 
And since he thro' his death andj viction, 

suffering, (ing» Her sins, though many , he forgives : 

Hath made an all-sufficient offer- My Saviour sinners poor receives. 
Our debt is paid, and we may live ; j 6> BehoId how he with p eter deah . 
For Jesus sinners doth receive. L^, deep hig faJ1? he ghowM him 

3. Now is his svmpathizing heart __ favour : 

A refuge for the most distressed ; £°* °* 1 ? whe " on earth he dwelt 
He freely pardon will impart ; ! ™ as u he a sm-forgiving Saviour ; 
By him their debt is quite erased :l^°> he « still the very same, 
Wio m^a i;t f>,o n, an withant Just, good, and merciful his name ; 



His blood, like the ocean without: 



ground, 



(drown'd ; 



good, 
As he was in humiliation, 



Their sins hath swallow'd up and! So 1S he stlU in exaltation : 
The Holy Ghost to them is given, j Repenting souls, you may believe, 
Who leads them in the path t0 | Our Saviour sinners doth receive, 
heaven, (lieve,!7. Come, sinners, come, tho' vile 

And prompts them always to be- and base ; 

That Jesus sinners doth receive. 'Returning prodigals he meeteth : 



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GOD'S CALL 



He freely offers them his grace, 
Them with a pardoning kiss he 

greeteth : (way 1 

Why wilt thou stand in thy own 
Why wilfully be Satan's prey ? 
Wilt thou sin's drudge remain for 

ever, 
Tho' he appear'd thee to deliver 1 
Do not delay, sin's service leave, 
Since Jesus sinners will receive. 

8. Come, ye that heavy laden are, 
Come, weary, void of self-assist- 
ance ; 

Tho' doubting, ready to despair, 
Come but to him without resist- 
ance : 
Behold his heart with love replete, 
Full of desire the worst to meet ; 
Long hath he sought for you tho' 
wretched, (ed : 

You to embrace his arms outstretch- 
O come to him, believe, and live ; 
My Saviour sinners doth receive. 

9. Object not, I'm a wretch too base, 
Too oft his goodness I have slighted, 
Too often spurned at his grace, 

I, who was graciously invited : 
Is your repentance now sincere 1 
Your sorrow genuine 1 do not fear ; 
His power and mercy are unbound- 
ed, (founded : 
None, trusting him, was e'er con- 
He saves whom none else can re- 
lieve ; 
My Saviour sinners doth receive. 

10. Think not, 'tis time enough, 

nor say, (sure, 

God, who is gracious beyond mea- 
Shuts not the door of grace to-day ; 
I'll first enjoy some carnal pleasure: 
No, God forbid ! if you are wise, 
Grace offer'd now, do not despise : 



Who slights to-day the invitation, 
May ever miss of his salvation : 
Come now to Jesus, come and live ; 
To-day he sinners doth receive. 
11. Draw me, a sinner, unto thee, 
Thou sinners' Friend, thou gracious 

Saviour ; 
Grant I and all may ardently 
Desire thy pardon, peace, and fa- 
vour : 
And when temptations would assail, 
Let thine almighty grace prevail : 
May none who feel sin's condemna- 
tion, 
Neglect thy generous invitation : 
But all experience and believe 
That Jesus sinners doth receive. 

Fr. Leopold Lehr. 

(274.) 226.* t. 205. 

SINNERS, come, the Saviour see, 
Hands, feet, side, and temples view ; 
See him bleeding on the tree ; 
See, his heart is pierc'd for you : 
View awhile, then haste away, 
Find a thousand more, and say, 
Come, ye sinners, come with me, 
View him bleeding on the tree. 
2. Who would still such mercy 

grieve 1 
Sinners, hear instruction mild ; 
Doubt no more, but now believe, 
Each become a little child ; 
Artful doubts and reasonings be 
Nail'd with Jesus to the tree ; 
Mourning souls who simple are, 
Surely shall the blessing share. 

z. 

(275.) 227. t. 585. 

Come, ye sinners, poor and wretch- 
ed, (sore, 
Weak and wounded, sick and 
Jesus ready stands to save you, 



OF GRACE. 



77 






Full of pity, love, and power : 
He is able, :||: 
He is willing ; doubt no more. 

2. Ho, ye needy, come and welcome: 
God's free bounty glorify : 

True belief, and true repentance, 
Every grace that brings us nigh, 
Without money, :|j: 
Come to Jesus Christ and buy. 

3. Come, ye weary, heavy-laden, 
Lost, and ruin'd by the fall : 

If ye tarry till ye're better, 
Ye will never come at all : 
Not the righteous, :|j: 
Sinners Jesus came to call. 

4. Let not conscience make you 

linger, 
Nor of fitness fondly dream ; 
All the fitness he *equireth, 
Is to feel your need of him : 
This he gives you ; :||: 
' Tis the Spirit's glimmering beam. 

5. Agonizing in the garden, 
Lo your Maker prostrate lies : 

On the bloody tree behold him, 
Hear him cry, before he dies, 
"Itisfmish'd;" :|: 
Sinners, will not this suffice 1 

6. Lo, the incarnate God ascended 
Pleads the merit of his blood : 

Venture on him, venture freely, 
Let no other trust intrude ; 
None but Jesus : |j : 
Can do helpless sinners good. 

7. Saints and angels, join'd in con- 

cert, 
Sing the praises of the Lamb ; 
While the blissful seats of heaven 
Sweetly echo with his name : 
Hallelujah, :(]: 
Sinners' here may sing the same. 
J. Cennick. 



(276.) 228. t. 205- 

SINNER, hear thy Saviour's call, 

Lo, he now is passing by ; 
He has seen thy grievous thrall, 

Jesus heard thy mournful cry : 
He has pardon to impart, 

Grace to save thee from thy fears; 
See the love that fills his heart, 

Sinner, wipe away thy tears. 

2. Why art thou afraid to come, 
Or to tell him all thy case 7 

He will not pronounce thy doom 
Nor will frown thee from his face ; 

-Wilt thou fear Immanuel ] 

Wilt thou dread theLamb of God, 

Who, to save thy soul from hell, 
Shed his own most precious blood. 

3. Think how on the cross he hung, 
Pierced with a thousand wounds; 

Hark, from each as with a tongue 
Now the voice ofpardon sounds ; 

See from all his open'd veins 
Blood of wondrous virtue flow, 

Shed, to wash away thy stains, 
Thee to ransom from thy woe. 

4. Though his majesty be great, 
Yet his mercy is no less ; 

Though he thy transgressions hate 
Still he feels for thy distress : 

By himself the Lord has sworn 
He delights not in thy death : 

But invites thee to return ; — (faith. 

Come, that thou mayst live by 

5. Raise thy downcast eyes and see 
What bright throngs his throne 

surround ; 

Theso, tho' sinners once like thee, 

Now have full salvation found : 

Yield not then to unbelief, (room ;" 

While he says, " There yet is 

Though of sinners thou art chief, — 

Since 'tis Jesus calls thee, come. 

J. Newton, (adapted.) 



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GOD'S CALL 



(2T7.) 229. t. 22. 

COME, sinners, to the gospel-feast; 

Let every soul be Jesus' guest ; 
Not one of you need stay behind : 

His gospel calleth to mankind. 

2. Attend, the gospel-trumpet 

sounds, (bounds ; 

Calls sinners from earth's farthest 
The year of Jubilee is come : — 
Return yeransom'd sinners,home. 

3. Come, all ye souls by sin opprest, 
Ye wanderers, who are seeking 

rest. ; (blind, 

The poor, the maira'd, the halt, the 

WithChrist a hearty welcome find. 

4. The message as from God re- 

ceive ; (live : 

Ye all may come to Christ and 
O let his love your hearts constrain; 
Nor suffer him to die in vain. 

5. His love 's mighty to compel; 
His conquering love consent to 

feel : 
Yield to his love's almighty power, 
And strive against your God no 

more. 

6. See him set forth before your 

eyes, 
A precious, bleeding sacrifice : 
His offer'd benefits embrace, 
And freely now be sav'd by grace, 

7. This is the time, no more delay ; 
This is the acceptable da) 7 : 
Come in, this moment, at his call, 
And live for him, who died for all. 

Wesley. 

(278.) 230. t, 22. 

SINNERS, obey the gospel-word, 
Haste to the supper of the Lord : 
Be wise to know your gracious 

day ; 
All things are ready, come away. 



2. Ready the Father is to own 
And kiss his late returning son; 
Ready your loving Saviour stands, 
And spreads for you his pierced 

hands. 

3. Ready the Spirit to impart 
Grace to subdue the stubborn 

heart, (abroad, 

To shed Christ's love in you 
And witness you are born of God. 

4. Ready for you the angels wait, 
To triumph in your blest estate : 
All heaven is ready to resound, 

" The dead 's alive, the lost is 
found." 

5. Come, sinners, to your gracious 

Lord, 
Incline your ear, and hear his word: 
His offer'd grace* with joy receive. 
Hear, sinners, and your souls shall 

live. Wesley. 



(279.) 



231. 



t. 22. 



HO, every one that thirsts, draw 

nigh, 
'Tis God invites man's fallen race ; 
Salvation without money buy, 
Buy wine, and milk, and gospel- 
grace. 
1 2 . Come to the living waters, come: 
Sinners, obey your maker's call : 
Return, ye weary wanderers, home. 
God's grace in Christ is free for all. 

3. Ye heavy-laden, sin-sick souls. 
See from the Rock a fountain rise : 
For you in healing streams it rolls 
From Jesus, made a sacrifice. 

4. Nothing you in exchange need 

give ; (hind : 

Leave all you are and have be- 
Thankful the gift of God receive ; 
Pardon and peace in Jesus find. 



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79 



5, In search of empty joys below, 
Ye toil with unavailing strife : 
Whither, ah, whither would ye go 1 
Christ hath the words of endless 

life. 

6, To you he calls, " My goodness 

prove, 
\iy promises for all are free : 
taste my everlasting love, 
And let your souls delight in me. 



(280.) 



232, 



Wesley. 

t. 205. 



SINNERS, hear the joyful news, 
God, your Maker, is your friend ; 
Think not, that his wrath pursues, 4. 
That his curses you attend : 
" As I live," Jehovah saith, 
" I do not desire your death ; 
•' Rather, rather would I see 
*' Each poor sinner turn to me." 
2. O then turn to him and live, 
Turn to him with all your woe ; 
He is ready to forgive, 
Ready blessings to bestow ; 
Outstretch'd see his arms of love, 
Haste his tender heart to prove ; 
Haste, ye sinners, you will find 
Jesus casteth none behind 



A servant's form he meekly wears 
He sojourns in a house of clay : 
His glory through a veil is seen, 
And God with God is man with 



3. Behold our God incarnate 

stands, 
And calls his wandering creatures 

home ; 
He all day long spreads out his 

hands, 
Come, weary souls, to Jesus come r 
Tho' ye be e'er so much oppress'd. 
Believe, and he will give you rest. 

Ah, do not of his goodness 
doubt, 
His saving grace for all is free ; 
He says. " I ne'er will cast him out, 
Who as a sinner comes to me ; 
I can myself to none deny ;" 
Come, sinners, come ; why will vou 
die? 



(282.) 234. x.loL 

SINNERS, would ye be healed I 
Then come to Jesus Christ ; 

In him is grace revealed, 
Come only undisguis'd : 



Thos. Button.! Come poor and miserable, 



(281.) 233. t. 106 or 90. 

YE sinners, in the gospel race 
The Friend and Saviour of man- 
kind ; 
Not one of all the apostate race. 
But may in him salvation find : 
His thoughts, his words, and actions 
(love, 
-that God is 
2. Behold the Lamb of God, who 

bears 
The sins of all the world awav : 



prove, 
His life and death,- 



Draw nigh just as you are ; 
'You'll find that he is able 
Your losses to repair. 

12. His wounds are open fountain* 

To wash you white all o'er; 
| Yea, were your sins like mouu- 
tains, 
Or sands on ocean's shore : 
Believe in the atonement 

By Christ's all-saving blood ; 
Do not delay one moment;; 
Come to the Lamb ©f God. 

liuttom. 



8D 



GOD'S CALL OF GRACE. 



(283.) 235. t. 90. 

WHERE shall nay wondering soul 

begin, 
While I to heavenly songs aspire r ? 
A slave redeem'd from death and 

sin, 
A brand pluck'd from eternal fire ; 
How shall I due thanksgivings 

raise, (praise 1 

And sound my great Deliverer's 

2. O how shall I thy goodness tell, 
Saviour, which thou hast shown 

to me 1 
That I, a child of wrath and hell, 
A happy child of God should be ; 
Should know, should feel my sins 

forgiv'n, 
And that I am an heir of heaven. 

3. Outcasts of men, to you I call. 
Harlots and publicans, believe; 
He spreads his arms to embrace 

you all, 
Repenting sinners he'll receive ; 
No need of him the righteous 

have, 
He came the lost to seek and save. 

4. Come, O my fellow-sinners, 

come, (weight ; 

Groaning beneath sin's ponderous 
He calls you now, invites you home; 
Come quickly, ere it be too late : 
Though foes protest, and friends 

repine, (mine. 

He died for crimes like yours and 

5. For you the healing current 

flow'd (side ; 

From the Redeemer's wounded 
Languish'd for you the Son of God, 
For you the Prince of glory died : 
Believe, your sins shall be forgiv'n ; 
Only believe, and yours is heaven. 
Watts. 



(284.) 236.* t. 582. 

" COME to me," saith the Lord, 
" All ye who are oppress'd, 

Weary and heavy-laden souls, 
And I will give you rest. 

2. W T hoe'er to me will come, 
And ofFer'd grace receive, 

Him I in no wise will cast out, 
He shall be mine and live." 

Gregor. 

237. T. 22. 

COME, weary souls, with sin dis- 
tress'd, (rest ; 

Come and accept the promis'd 
The Saviour's gracious call obey, 
And cast your gloomy fears away. 

2. Oppress'd with guilt, a painful 

load, f abroad ; 

O come, and spread your woes 
Divine compassion, mighty love, 
Will all the painful load remove. 

3. Here mercy's boundless ocean 

flows 
To cleanse your guilt, and heal 

your woes ; 
Pardon, and life, and endless 

peace ; 
How rich the gift ! how free the 

grace ! 

4. Lord, we accept, with thankful 

heart, (part ; 

The hope thy gracious words im- 
We come with trembling, yet re- 
joice, 
And bless the kind inviting voice. 

5. Dear Saviour ! let thy powerful 

love (move : 

Confirm our faith, our fears re- 
And sweetly influence every breast, 
And guide us to eternal rest. 

Mrs. Steele. 



REPENTANCE UNTO LIFE. 



81 



238. 



T.ll. 



(286.) 

IV OW begin the heavenly theme, 

Praise ye Jesus' saving name : 
Ye who Jesus' kindness prove, 

Triumph in redeeming love. 
"2. Ye who see the Father's grace 

Beaming in the Saviour's face ; 
As to heaven ye onward move, 

Praise and bless redeeming love. 
S. Mourning souls, dry up your 
tears, 

Banish all your guilty fears ; 
Jesus will your guilt remove, 

Prompted by redeeming love. 
4. Ye, who long, alas, have been 

Willing slaves of death and sin ; 



Now from bliss no longer rove, 
Stop and taste redeeming love. 

5. Welcome, all by sin oppress'd, 
Jesus Christ will give you rest ; 

Nothing brought him from above, 
Nothing But redeeming love. 

6. Sing, ye ransom'd, to his praise, 
Tune your songs to grateful lays ; 

Mortals, join the hosts above, 
Join to praise redeeming love. 

7. When his Spirit leads us home, 
When we to his glory come, 

We shall all the fulness prove 
Of our Lord's redeeming love. 

Countess of Huntingdon's Hymns. 



XIV. REPENTANCE UNTO LIFE. 



(287.) 239.* t. 132. 

LORD Jesus Christ, my sovereign 

good, 
Thou fountain of salvation, 
Behold me bow'd beneath the load 
Of guilt and condemnation : 
My sins indeed are numberless ; 
O Lord, regard my deep distress, 
Relieve my guilty conscience. 

2. In pity look upon my need, 
"Remove my sore oppression : 
Since thou hast sufYer'd in my stead, 
And paid for my transgression, 
Let me not yield to dark despair ; 
A wounded spirit who can bear ] 

show me thy salvation ! 

3. When I review my mis-spent 

1 feel a heavy burden ; (days, 
Reflecting on my trespasses, 

I scarce could hope for pardon, 



But should be hopeless and forlorn, 
Uncertain where for help to turn, 
If I had not thy promise. 

4. But thy reviving gospel-word. 
Which leads me to salvation, 
Does joy unspeakable afford, 
And lasting consolation : 

This tells me, thou wilt not despise 
A broken heart, in sacrifice 
Upon thy altar ofFer'd. 

5. Me, heavy laden sinner, hear, 
Bemoaning my transgression ; 
To my complaints now lend an ear, 
To thee I make confession : 

My longing is, O wash me clean 
From every spot and stain of sin, 
Like David and Manasseh. 

6. Lord, I approach thy mercy -seat, 
And pray thee to forgive me ; 
With contrite heart, I thee entreat, 



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Show pity and receive me : 
Cast all my sins and trespasses 
Into the ocean of thy grace, 
And them no more remember. 

7. O, for thy name's sake let me 

prove 
Thy mercy, gracious Saviour : 
The yoke which galls me, soon re- 
Restore me to thy favour : (move, 
Thy love shed in my heart abroad, 
That I may live to thee, my God, 
And yield thee true obedience. 

8. Thy joyful Spirit give me power, 
Thy stripes heal my diseases ; 
Apply thy blood at my last hour 
To save me, dearest Jesus : 
Then to thy promis'd rest me bring, 
That with the ransom'd I may sing 
Thy praise above for ever. 

B. Ringwald. 

(289.) 240.* t. 132. 

OUT of the deep I cry to thee, 
My God, with heart's contrition ; 
Bow down thine ear in grace to 
And hear thou my petition : (me, 
For if in judgment thou wilt try 
Man's sin and great iniquity, 
Ah, who can stand before thee 1 

2. To gain remission of our sin, 
No work of ours availeth ; 
God's favour we may strive to win, 
But all our labor faileth ; 

We're 'midst our fairest actions 
lost, (boast : 

And none 'fore him of aught can 
We live alone thro' mercy. 

3. Therefore my hope is in his 
And not in my own merit ; (grace, 
On him my confidence I place, 
Instructed by his Spirit : (me 
His precious word hath promis'd 



He will my joy and comfort be ; 

Thereon is my reliance. 

4. Though sin with us doth much 

abound, 
Yet grace still more aboundeth ; 
Sufficient help in Christ is found, 
Where sin most deeply woundeth : 
He the good Shepherd is indeed, 
Who his lost sheep doth seek and 
With tender love and pity, (lead 
Luther. 

241, t. 79, 

THOU God of glorious majesty, 
To thee, against myself, to thee, 
A worm of earth, I cry : 
A half-awaken'd child of man, 
An heir of endless bliss or pain, 
A guilty sinner born to die. 

2. Lo, on a narrow neck of land, 
'Twixt two unbounded seas I 
Secure, insensible ; (stand, 
A point of time, a moment's space, 
Removes me to that heavenly place, 
Or ever shuts me up in hell. 

3. O God, mine inmost soul con- 

vert ! (heart 

And deeply on my thoughtful 
Eternal things impress ; (weight, 
Give me to feel their solemn 
To tremble on the brink of fate, 
And to awake to righteousness. 

4. Before me place in dread array 
The pomp of that tremendous day, 
When thou with clouds shaltcome, 
To judge the nations at thy bar : 
And tell me, Lord, shall I be there. 
To meet from thee a joyful doom ? 

5. Be this my one great business 

here, 
With godly jealousy and fear, 
Eternal bliss to insure ; 



UNTO LIFE. 



83 



Thine utmost counsel to fulfil, 
To suffer all thy righteous will, 
And steadfast to the end endure. 
6. Then, Saviour, then my soul 

receive, 
Transported from this vale, to live 
And reign with thee above ; 
Where faith is sweetly lost in sight, 
And hope, in full, supreme delight, 
And everlasting, heavenly love. 

C. Wesley, (ad.) 

(290.) 242.* t. 14. 

O LORD, afford a sinner light, 
In darkness still I stray ; 

Star of the soul, appear in sight, 
And show the narrow way. 

2. That way is holy, Christians true 
Alone may walk therein, (due 

Who thro' thy powerful grace sub- 
The world, the flesh, and sin. 

3. Cold is my love, hence sin doth 

reign, 
And grief corrode my heart ; 
With things, whose only fruit is 
How loth am I to part. (pain, 

4. Resolve, my stubborn heart, and 

cleave 
To Jesus Christ alone : 
Would I all other objects leave, 
The work at once were done. 

5. Vile worm, shouldst thou refuse 
Devoted unto him, (to be 

Who died upon the cross for thee, 
And did thy soul redeem 1 

6. Redeeming Lord, O be thou 

mine, 
My Saviour, Sun, and Shield, 
Thy blood and death have made me 
To thee myself I yield, (thine, 

7. Mould me as clay, and fashion 
A vessel to thy praise, (me 



Adorn'd with righteousness by thee, 
And sanctified through grace : — 

8. So shall I walk the narrow way, 
By thee, my Day-star, led : 

And love divine, thy heavenly ray, 
Shall o'er my path be shed. 

Buchfelder. 



243. 



t. 14. 



(291.) 

THE Lord first empties whom he 

fills, 
Casts down whom he would raise ; 
He quickens, when the letter kills, 
Exalting thus his praise. 

2. All fears and terrors, when he 
At once must disappear ; (smiles, 
The bruis'd and wounded heart he 

heals, 
And feeds with heavenly cheer. 

3. When he applies his healing 

blood 
Unto a sin-sick soul, (good, 

This balsam, powerful, precious, 
Ne'er fails to make it whole. 

4. He freely laid his majesty 
And all his glory by, 

That our wants thro' his poverty 
He richly might supply. 

5. He's full of grace and truth in- 
Of peace, of life and light ; (deed, 
To all, that helpless sinners need, 
He gives thy soul a right. 

6. Tho' heaven's his throne, he 

came from thence 
To seek and save the lost ; (pense, 
jWhate'er might be the vast ex- 
jHis love would bear the cost. 

7. On us he spent his life and blood, 
Our losses to retrieve ; (good 
Mankind's redemption now holds 
For sinners who believe. 

Erakiue. 



84 



REPENTANCE 



(292.) 244. t. 96 or 90. 

THE Lord descended from above, 
Our loss of Eden to retrieve ; 
O God of mercy, grace and love, 
If all the world in thee may live, 
In me a quickening spirit be, 
And witness thou hast died for me. 

2. Thou loving, all-atoning Lamb, 
By all thy pain and agony, (shame, 
Thy bloody sweat, thy grief and 
Thy cross and passion on the tree, 
Thy meritorious death, I pray, 
Take all, take all my sins away. 

3. I'll be like Magdalen at thy 

feet, (tears ; 

And humbly bathe them with my 
The story of thy love repeat 
In every mourning sinner's ears ; 
That all may hear the joyful sound, 
Since I, even I, have mercy found. 
C. Wesley. 

(293.) 245. t. 14. 

IN thee, O Christ, is all my hope, 
My comfort's all in thee ; 

Since I'm assur'd thy mercy's nigh, 
And that thou stand'st by me. 

2. Me, nor the saints on earth can 

help, 
Nor angels near the throne : 
To thee I run, thy help to find, 
In thee I trust alone. 

3. I feel the load of sin so vast, 
It sinks me to the grave : 

But let thy blood wash out my sins, 
Since me thou cam'st to save. 

4. Cloth'd in thy righteousness di- 
O may I see thy face ; (vine, 

And have the witness from above, 
That I'm restored by grace. 

5. On me, thy helpless worm, O 
A living faith bestow ; (Lord, 



That I thy mercy, truth, and love, 
May by experience know. 



246. 



t. 205. 



(294.) 

LONG I strove my God to love, 

Long I strove his laws to keep, 
Fain would fix my thoughts above, 
Faintly hop'd I was his sheep : 
But my striving all prov'd vain, 
Still I found my heart in pain ; 
Yet ne'er all my vileness saw, 
Till declar'd accurs'd by law. 

2. When with sense of guilt op- 

press'd 

All my soul was sunk in fear, 
Pain and anguish filled my breast ; 

Then did Jesus Christ appear : 
Not with vengeance in his eyes, 
No, but as a sacrifice 
Acceptable unto God; 
Glorious offering, precious blood ! 

3. He was ofFer'd on the tree, 
Jesus, the unspotted Lamb; 

Worthy truth, great mystery ! 

By his blood salvation came : 
By his stripes my wounds are heal'd, 
By his death God's love reveal'd ; 
W r e, once strangers far from God, 
Are brought nigh by Jesus' blood. 
Yincy. 

(295.) 247. T. 581 or 83. 
SAVIOUR of thy chosen race, 

View me from thy heavenly 
throne ; 
Give the sweet relenting grace, 

Soften thou this heart of stone : 
Stone to flesh, O God, convert, 
Cast a look, and break my heart. 
2. By thy Spirit me reprove, 

All my inmost sins reveal; 
Sins against thy light and love 

Let me see, and let me feel ; 



UNTO LIFE. 



85 



Sins, that crucified my God, 
Sins, for which he shed his blood. 

3. Jesus, seek thy wandering sheep, 
Make me restless to return : 

Bid me on thee look and weep, 

Bitterly as Peter mourn : 
Till I can, by grace restor'd, 
Say, " Thou know'st I love thee, 
Lord." 

4. Might I in thy sight appear, 
As the publican, distress'd ; 

Stand, not daring to draw near, 

Smite on my unworthy breast ; 
Utter the poor sinner's plea, 
" God, be merciful to me." 

5. Ah, remember me for good, 
Passing thro' this mortal vale ; 

Show me thy atoning blood, 

When my strength and courage 
Let me oft in spirit see (fail: 

Jesus, crucified for me. 

C. J. Latrobe. 

(296.) 248, t. 582. 

AH, whither should I go, 
Burden'd, and sick, and faint ] 

To whom should I my trouble show, 
And pour out my complaint 1 
My Saviour bids me come, 
Ah, why should I delay ? 

He calls the weary sinner home, 
And yet from him I stray. 

2. What is it keeps me back, 
From which I cannot part 1 

Which will not let my Saviour take 
Possession of my heart 1 
Some cursed thing unknown 
Must surely lurk within, 

Some idol, which I will not own, 
Some secret bosom-sin. 

3. Jesus, the hindrance show, 
Which I have fear'd to see ; 

Yea, let me now consent to know 



What keeps me back from thee : 

Searcher of hearts, in mine 

Thy trying power display ; 
Into its darkest corners shine, 

And take the veil away. 

4. I now believe ; in thee 

Compassion reigns alone : 
According to my faith, to me 

O let it, Lord, be done : 

In me is all the bar, 

Which thou wouldst fain remove: 
Remove it, then shall I declare, 

That thou, O God, art love. 

(297.) 249. t. 582. 

O LORD, how vile am I, 

Unholy and unclean ! 
How can I venture to draw nigh 

With such a load of sin 1 

And must I then indeed 

Sink in despair and die ? 
Fain would I hope that thou didst 

For such a wretch as I. (bleed 
2. That blood which thou hast spilt, 

That grace which is thine own, 
Can cleanse the vilest sinner's guilt, 

And soften hearts of stone : 

Low at thy feet I bow, 

O pity and forgive : 
Here will I lie, and wait till thou 

Shalt bid me rise and live. 

J. Newton. 

250. t. 14. 

APPROACH, my soul, the mercy- 
seat, 

Where Jesus answers prayer : 
There humbly fall before his feet, 

For none can perish there. 
2. Thy promise is my only plea, 

With this I venture nigh ; 
Thou callest burden'd souls to thee, 

And such, O Lord, am I. 



REPENTANCE 



3. Bow'd down beneath a load of 
By Satan sorely prest ; (sin, 

By war without, and fears within, 
I come to thee for rest. 

4. Be thou my shield and hiding- 

place ! 
That, shelter'd near thy side, 
I may my fierce accuser face, 
And tell him, Thou hast died. 

5. O wondrous love ! to bleed and 
To bear the cross and shame, (die, 

That guilty sinners, such as I, 
Might plead thy gracious name. 

6. " Poor tempest-tossed soul, be 

still, 
My promis'd grace receive :" 
'Tis Jesus speaks — I must, I will, 
I can, I do believe. 

J. Newton. 



251. 



t. 14. 



(298.) 

THE mist before my eyes remov'd, 
With wonder struck I see, 

Dear Lord, the black, the numerous 
crimes, 
By which I've grieved thee. 

2. These were the unrelenting foes, 
Which made thee groan and cry ; 

Which made thee shed thy precious 
And bow thyhead and die. (blood, 

3. Thy love hath thaw'd my frozen 

heart, 
And caus'd my tears to flow ; 
I now abhor that monster, Sin, 
And shun him as my foe. 

4. I trust my guilt was done away, 
By my incarnate God, 

Who felt, to atone for man's offence 
The sin-avenging rod. * 

(299.) 252. t. 11. 

HEAR, O Jesus, my complaints, 
Known to thee are all my wants : 



Self-convicted, self-abhorr'd, 
I approach thee, dearest Lord. 

2. Known to thee, whose eyes are 
I thy love and pity claim : (flame, 
With an eye of love look down ; 
Help me, Lord, O help me soon. 

3. Break, O break this heart of 
Form it for thy use alone : (stone ; 
Bid each vanity depart ; 

Build thy temple in my heart. 

4. This be my support in need, 
That thou didst so freely bleed : 
All my joys and hopes arise 
From thy bleeding sacrifice. 

5. This confirms me when I'm 
weak, 

Comforts me when I am sick, 
Gives me courage when I faint, 
Well supplies my every want. 

6. Saviour, to my heart be near, 
Exercise thy shepherd-care ; 
Guard my weakness by thy grace, 
Fill my soul with heavenly peace. 

Countess Huntingdon's H. 

(300.) 253.* t. 205. 

OH how great, how rich, how free, 
Is the grace which Christ bestows ! 
Only cast your misery 
At the foot of Jesus' cross ; 
Weeping at the throne of grace 
Lie, and never quit the place, 
Never till your suit 's obtain'd, 
Never till the blessing 's gain'd. 

z. 

(301.) 254. t. 16. 

NOTHING but thy blood, O Jesus, 
Can to us afford relief; (us, 

Nothing else from guilt release 
Nothing else assuage our grief: — 



UNTO LIFE. 



87 



2. Nothing else can ease our bur- 
Jesus' precious blood alone (den : 
Can produce a sense of pardon, 
And dissolve a heart of stone. 

Hart. 

(303.) 255. t. 151. 

O GOD of all compassion, 

Attend thy suppliant's cry, 
And grant me thy salvation, 

Or I must faint and die : 
A sinner, but relenting, 

O'erwhelm'd with deepest grief, 
Falls at thy feet, repenting, 

O grant him quick relief. 

2. Blest Jesus, gracious Saviour, 

Great Lord of all above, 
Extend to me thy favour, 

The gift of pardoning love : 
While strength and spirits lan- 

And feeble hopes decay ; (guish, 
Save, save my soul from anguish, 

And wash my guilt away. 



256. 



79. 



(304.) 

OUT of the deep I cried 

To thee, my God, and sighed ; 

Hear thou my voice, O Lord, 
Regard my supplication : 
I wait for thy salvation ; (word. 

My hope and trust are in thy 

2. To thee I make confession : 
If thou shouldst mark transgres- 
sion, 



Ah, who could guiltless stand 1 
But mercy interceding, 
My Saviour's ransom pleading 

For me, I'm sav'd by thy com- 
mand. 



(305.) 



257.* 



t. 36. 



LORD Jesus Christ if thou wert 

not my Saviour, 
Were not thy blood still pleading 

in my favour, (the needy, 

Where should I, poorest among all 

Find succour ready ! 

2. What should I do, a sinner vile 

and wretched, 

Were not thy arms of love to me 

outstretched ? (lation, 

But thou my refuge art, my conso- 

And whole salvation. 

Gregor. 

(306.) 2 58. t. 36. 

WITH deeply humbled hearts, we 

make confessions, 
Lord, of our sins and manifold 

transgressions; (unmeasur'd 
But thou art merciful, and grace 
In thee is treasur'd. 

2. Before thy cross we bow with 
self-conviction, 

Bewail our sins, implore thy bene- 
diction : (mation 

O grant forgiveness and a conflr- 
Of our salvation, 



88 



XV. FAITH. 



(307.) 



259.* t. 167. 

ERE we know our lost condition, 
Ere we feel our inbred woe, 
And exclaim with deep contrition, 
To be sav'd, what must I do 7 
Nought can yield true consolation, 
Vain is all our righteousness : 
Faith alone in Christ's oblation 
Gives the conscience rest and peace. 
2. Living faith, with clearest vision, 
Sees the Lamb upon the throne, 
And in him a full provision, 
Righteousness and peace, our own : 
Then our days are mark'd with 

blessing, 
Then our hearts with rapture glow; 
Streams of comfort, rich, unceasing, 
From the wounds of Jesus flow. 

(308.) 260. t. 167. 

AS the serpent, raisM by Moses, 
Heal'd the fiery serpent's bite, 
Jesus thus himself discloses 
To the wounded sinner's sight ; 
Hear his gracious invitation : 
" I have life and peace to give ; 
I have wrought out full salvation, 
Sinner, look to me and live." 
2. Dearest Saviour, we adore thee, 
For thy precious life and death ; 
Melt each stubborn heart before 
Give us all the eye of faith : (thee, 
From the law's condemning sen- 
To thy mercy we appeal ; (tence 
Thou alone canst give repentance, 
Thou alone our souls canst heal. 
J. Newton. 

(810.) 261.* t. 22. 

IN holy writ it is avow'd, (God, 
That Christ was Israel's covenant 



The church's everlasting Head, 
Lord of the living and the dead. 

2. All things were made by Christ 

the Word, 
By Christ was man to life restor'd ; 
The prophets, strong in faith and 

bold, 
His coming fn the flesh foretold. 

3. Abram rejoic'd to see his day, 
David proclaimed Messiah's sway r 
Isaiah too his glory saw, 

And spake of him with holy awe. 

4. ' Tis sure that by his bitter pain 
He for mankind did life obtain, 
Did for his church on earth atone, 
And for the ransom'd round the 

throne. 

5. Wherefore we love the Lamb 

who died ; 
We glory in Christ crucified : 
Those who in him no Saviour see, 
Belong not to our company. 

6. Our theme within the church 

shall be (agony ; 

Christ's wounds, his griefs and 
Our theme, when to the world we 

call, 
His blood, the ransom paid for alL 

(311.) 262. t. 22. 

FAITH comes by hearing God's 

record 
Concerning Jesus Christ the Lord; 
The happy means, which heaven 

hath bless'd, 
To bring us to the gospel-rest. 

2. The joyful sound is news of 

grace, 
Redemption of a fallen race* 



FAITH. 



89 



Thro ? Jesus' righteousness divine, 
Which bright from faith to faith 
doth shine. 

3. The promise of immortal bliss 
We have in Christ our righteous- 
ness : (bought : 

By death our righteousness he 
Faith pleads that right, but buys 
it not. 

4. True faith receives the offer' d 

good, (blood ; 

And promise seal'd with Jesus' 
Faith gives no title to the bliss, 
But takes the Saviour's righteous- 
ness. 

5. In the Redeemer, as my Head, 
The covenant is established : 

In him the promises are Yea, 
In him Amen, and not in me. 

Erskine. 

(312.) 263. t. 106 or 90. 
FROM life and grace, (this we are 

bold 
Before an erring world to assert,) 
Nothing one moment doth withhold 
A man, but his unwilling heart : 
In our dear Lord there's no delay, 
Fix'd is his will, and plain his way. 

2. Should any one of serious frame, 
That long hath seem'd to seek his 

face, 
His tedious tasks and trials name, 
Preparatory steps of grace ; 
We say, " No, Ohrkt requires them 

not, (wrought." 

And this fine web a false heart 

3. Should any think he's so hemm'd 
With sin, as to be past relief, (in 
Alas, he knows not, that the sin 
Which binds his soul, is unbelief: 
If to the cross we lift our eye, 
Then sin and Satan soon must fly. 



1 4. Ready our Saviour is indeed 
I His glorious work in all to do : 
To every one it must be said, 
" Thou hadst been happy long ago, 
Hadst thou in faith cast all thy 
care (prayer. " 

On Jesus Christ, who heareth 
J. Gambold. 

(313.) 264. t. 14.. 

MISTAKEN souls, that dream of 

heaven, 
And make their empty boast 
Of inward joys and sins forgiv'n, 
While they are slaves to lust. 

2. Vain are our fancies, airy flights, 
If faith be cold and dead : 

None but a living power unites 
To Christ, the living Head* 

3. 'Tis faith that changes all the 

heart, 
'Tis faith that works by love, 
That bids all sinful joys depart, 
And lifts the thoughts above. 

4. 'Tis faith that conquers earth 

and hell, 
By a celestial power : 
This is the grace that shall prevail 
In the decisive hour. 

5. True faith obeys its author's 
As well as trusts his grace : (will,. 
A pardoning God is jealous still 
For his own holiness. 

6. When from the curse he sets us 
He makes our nature clean : (free, 
Nor would he send his Son to be 
The oninisterfcof sin. 

7. His Spirit purines the heart, 
And seals our peace with God ; 
True holiness nought can impart 
But Jesus' cleansing blood. 

Watts, 



90 



FAITH. 



t. 37. 



(314.) 265 * 

THO' every child of God 

Is a new creature, 
Yet do we feel the load 

Of sinful nature ; 
Which, if by faith we cleave 

To Christ our Saviour, 
Can, tho' it makes us grieve, 

Condemn us never. 

2. He's merciful and kind 
Past all expression ; 

If we are but inclin'd 

To make confession 
Of all our sinfulness, 

His great compassion 
Prompts him to grant us peace, 

And consolation. 

3. He grants us, for our tears, 
His oil of gladness ; 

Delivers, heals, and cheers, 

Dispels our sadness : 
Yea. tho' our bodies die, 

His resurrection 
Proves, they shall certainly 

Rise to perfection. 

4. My portion is the Lord ; 
I seek his favour, 

And in his name and word 

Confide for ever; 
Nought in the world to me 

Can yield such pleasure, 
As to be found in thee, 

O Christ, my Treasure. 

5. Therefore I'll humbly cleave 
To my Creator, 

Who, that my soul might live, 

Assum'd my nature ; 
Redeem'd me by his blood 

And bitter passion : 
Thanks to the Lamb of God 

For my salvation. 

Gregor. 



(315.) 266.* t. 106 or 90. 

NOW I have found the ground, 
wherein (main ; 

Sure my soul's anchor may re- 
Ev'n Christ, who to atone for sin 
Was as a spotless victim slain; 
Whose mercy shall unshaken stay, 
When heaven and earth are fled 
away. 

2. O Lord, thy everlasting grace 
Our scanty thought surpasseth far ; 
Thy bosom yearns with tenderness, 
Thy arms of love still open are, 
Thy heart o'er sinners can't but 

break, (take. 

Whether thy grace they slight or 

3. God in man's death takes no 

delight ; (tain 

Each soul may grace and life ob- 
In him, who left his glory bright, 
Took flesh, and died, and rose 

again : (berless 

And now he knocks times num- 
At our heart's door, and offers 

grace. 

4. O Love, thou bottomless abyss, 
My sins are swallow'd up in thee ; 
Cover'd is my unrighteousness, 
From condemnation now I'm free ; 
Since Jesus' blood, thro' earth and 

skies, 
Mercy, free boundless mercy, cries. 

5. By faith I plunge into this sea, 
Here is my hope, my joy, my rest ; 
Hither, when sin assails, I flee ; 

I look into my Saviour's breast : 
Away, sad doubt and anxious fear, 
Mercy is all that's written there. 

6. Tho' waves and storms go o'er 

my head, (friends be gone ; 
Tho' strength, and health, and 



FAITH. 



91 



Tho' joys be wither'd all and dead, 
Tho' every comfort be withdrawn : 
Steadfast on this my soul relies, 
Jesus, thy mercy never dies. 
7. Fix'd on this ground will I re- 
main, 
Tho' my heart fail and flesh decay ;| 
This anchor shall my soul sustain,! 
When earth's foundations meltj 
away: (prove,; 

Mercy's full power I then shall j 
Lov'd with an everlasting love. 

J. Andr. Itothe. 

(316.) 267. t. 14. 

HAIL, Alpha and Omega, hail, 

Thou Author of our faith, 
The Finisher of all our hopes, 

The Truth, the Life, the Path. 

2. Hail, First and Last, thou great 

I AM, 
In whom we live and move : 
Increase our little spark of faith, 
And fill our hearts with love. 

3. O let that faith which thou hast 

taught, 
Be treasur'd in our breast ; 
The evidence of unseen joys, 
The substance of our rest. 

4. Then shall we go from strength 

to strength, 
From grace to greater grace ; 
From each degree of faith to more, 
Till we behold thy face. 

Cennick. 

(317.) 268. t. 22. 

BY various maxims, forms, and 

rules, 
That pass for wisdom in the schools, 
I strove my passion to restrain ; 
But all my efforts prov'd in vain. 



2. But since my Saviour I have 

known, 
My rules are all reduc'd to one ; 
To keep my Lord by faith in view, 
This strength supplies, and motives 

too. 

3. I see him lead a suffering life, 
Patient amidst reproach and strife; 
And from his pattern courage take 
To bear and suffer for his sake. 

4. Upon the cross I see him bleed, 
And by the sight from guilt am freed; 
This sight destroys the life of sin, 
And quickens heavenly life within. 

5. To look to Jesus as he rose, 
Confirms my faith, disarms my foes; 
Satan I shame and overcome, 

By pointing to my Saviour's tomb. 

6. Exalted on his glorious throne. 
I see him make my cause his own: 
Then all my anxious cares subside, 
For Jesus lives, and will provide. 

7. I see him look with pity down, 
And hold in view the conqueror's 

crown ; (fore, 

If press'd with griefs and cares be- 
My soul revives, nor asks for more. 

8. By faith I see the hour at hand, 
When in his presence I shall stand^ 
Then it will be my endless bliss, 
To see him where and as he is. 

Newton. 

(318.) 269.* t. 22. 

WHEN shall I gain the glorious 

dress, 
Prepar'd to clothe my nakedness 1 
I need it, Lord, without that vest 
I cannot be a wedding guest. 
2. When thus I cried in deep distress, 
Christ cloth'd me with his righteous- 
ness; 



92 



FAITH. 



And now, thank God, the work is 

done, 
I put my Lord and Saviour on. 
3. When Christ, our life, shall once 

appear, 
It will be manifest and clear, 
That his atoning blood from sin 
Hath wash'd and kept our garments 

clean. 

Esther Gruenbeck. 

(319.) 270.* t. 11. 

LAMB of God, who thee receive, 
Who in thee desire to live, 
Cry by day and night to thee, 
As thou art, so let us be. 

2. Fix, O fix our wavering mind, 
To thy cross us firmly bind ; 
Gladly now we would be clean : 
Cleanse our hearts from every sin. 

3. Dust and ashes tho' we be, 
Full of guilt and misery ; 
Thine we are, thou Son of God, 
Take the purchase of thy blood. 

4. Sinners who in thee believe, 
Everlasting life receive ; 

They with joy behold thy face, 
Triumph in thy pardoning grace. 

5. Life deriving from thy death, 
They proceed from faith to faith, 
Walk the new, the living way, 
Leading to eternal day. 

6. Blest are they who follow thee, 
While this light of life they see ; 
Filled with thy sacred love, 
They thy quickening power prove. 

7. Praise on earth to thee be given* 
Never-ceasing praise in heaven ; 
Boundless wisdom, power divine, 
Love unspeakable are thine. 

A. Schindler. 



271. 



t. 166. 



LORD, we are thine, since thou 
hast died ! (cease : 

Therefore, ye doubts and terrors, 
Jesus, the Morning-star, appears, 
And bids my troubled soul be 
peace ; (the load 

Which, struggling long beneath 
Of reasoning, unbelief, and pride, 
At last the useless strife gives o'er, 
And cleaves to Jesus crucified. 
2. Grant me a deeper hold on thee ; 
That at thy feet I may remain 
A poor believing supplicant, 
Still glorying in thy Jesus' name, 
The power of which, whoever feels, 
Will find himself from sin set free. 
And all things which would e'er 

cause pain 
In time or in eternity. 

(320.) 272. t. 14. 

HEAL us, Immanuel, here we are, 
Waiting to feel thy touch ; 

Deep wounded souls to thee repair, 
And, Saviour, we are such. 

2. Our faith is feeble, we confess, 
We faintly trust thy word ; 

But wilt thou pity us the less 1 
Be that far from thee, Lord. 

3. Remember him who once ap- 
With trembling for relief; (plied 

" Lord, I believe," with tears he 
" O help mine unbelief;" (cried, 

4. She too, who touch'd thee in the 
And healing virtue stole, (press, 

Was answer'd, " Daughter, go in 
peace, 
Thy faith hath made thee whole." 

5. Conceal'd amid the gathering 

throng, (view ; 

She would have shunn'd thy 



FAITH. 



93 



And, if her faith was firm and 
strong, 
Had strong misgivings too. 

6. Like her, with hopes and fears 
we come, 
To touch thee if we may ; 
send us not despairing home, 
Send none unheal 'd away. 

Cowper. 

(321.) 273.* t. 184. 

JESUS, 'fore whose radiation 
The seraphim must cover'd stand, 
When, in their awful ministration, 
They wait for thy supreme com- 
mand : 

How can this body's eye, dim- 
sighted, 
Which by sin's gloomy misery 
And earthly shadows is benighted, 
Endure thy glorious light to see. 

2. Yet let by faith my penetration 
Reach ev'n within the sanctuary ; 
Thy mercy be my consolation, 
May this uphold and strengthen me; 
Reach unto me thy sceptre gra- 
cious, 

Who low, like Esther, 'fore thee 

bow ; 
Say, " I will be to thee propitious, 
And loving kindness to thee show." 

3. O Jesus, show thy great com- 

passion 
Unto the soul that pants for thee ; 
Hear thou my humble supplication, 
My God, be merciful to me : 

1 know thou art with pity filled 
To sinners who thy mercy crave ; 
My pardon by thy blood is sealed, 
I know 'twas shed my soul to save. 

4. Jesus, above all else I'll love 
In thee I will delight alone; (thee; 



Could infinite compassion move 

thee 
To leave for me thy heavenly 

throne 1 
Then let my heart be dedicated 
To thee : fix there thy residence, 
Till I shall be to heaven translated, 
To see in joy thy countenance. 
5. Lord, while my faith to thee as- 

cendeth, 
O may thy grace descend to me : 
Thou art my joy which never end- 

eth, 

fill my soul with love to thee : 

1 will adore and love thee longer, 
Than while my heart its throbs re- 
peats ; 

The flame of love shall break forth 

stronger, 
When here my pulse no longer 

beats. w. C. Dessler. 

(323.) 274. t. 14. 

THOU Friend of sinners, hear my 
cry, 

And grant me my request, 
May I in thy atonement find 

My everlasting rest. 
2. May I no more resist thy love, 

No more thy Spirit grieve, 
But as a little child become, 

And simply thee believe. 

4. Faith is thy gift, thou slaughter'd 
Lamb, 

Gain'd by thy death for me, 
Therefore the privilege I claim, 

A child of God to be. 

4. Impress this truth upon my 
breast, 

That thou for me hast died, 
That I in thee with confidence 

For ever may abide. 



94 



(325.) 275.* 

WHEN rising winds and rain de- 
scending. 
A near approaching storm declare, 
With trembling speed, their wings 
extending. 



FORGIVENESS 
T. 184. 



The birds to hollow trees repair ; 
Thus I, in faith, by sin oppressed, 
My refuge take, O Christ, to thee ; 
Thy wounds, my hiding place most 
From every evil shelter me. (blessed, 
F. Major. 



XVI. THE FORGIVENESS OF SINS. 

( 326.) 276.* T. 97. j And therefore deem himself a child 

.^^.^ . . „ , -, of God; (takes the road. 

JESUS, our glorious Head andi.^- , \ , r , , -, .. 

VVu • f ■ He s poor and blind, and quite mis- 



Chief, 
Dear object of our hearts' belief, 
O let us in thy nail-prints see 
Our pardon and election free ; 



j 5. All those who by a beam of light 
I Can see and own they are not 
I But enter on a legal strife, (right. 

And,* while we view by faith thy | To mend their former course of 
pierced side, (for us died. ; life, (day to day ; 

Call thee our Lord and God, who! And toil and labour hard from 

2. The doctrine of Christ's blood! Such also miss to happiness the 

and death, way- 

Imparting life to us thro' faith, 16. But sinners, who with pungent. 
A mystery is to babes reveal'd, smart 

But from the worldly-wise con- j Bewail the vileness of their heart, 

ceai'd ; (is known ; i Who mourn because of unbelief, 

Thereby theSaviour's flock on earth j Of sinners deem themselves the 
Of this the ransom'd sing before; chief, (eousness, 

God's throne. i And cast away their self-made right- 

3. While human nature doth exist, j May place their trust on Jesus' sav- 
While Jesus reigns as Lord and; 



Christ, 

So long of the whole gospel this 
From first to last the substance is ; 



7. To such he saith, " Arise and 
I freely all thy sins forgive, (live, 
I have redeem'd thee, thou art mine, 



All to whom God his counsel doth I Thyself in faith to me resign ; 

reveal, (seal. ; Obey my voice, and walk in all my 

ways, (a place." 

I'll grant to thee in heavenly realms 



To this as truth divine can set their 
4. Should any virtuous seem to be, 



Unblamable from infancy 
Scarcely by avarice, lust, or pride, 
The world, the flesh, or Satan tried, 



8. His Holy Spirit we receive, 
And on our Saviour's word believe ; 
We trust in his atoning death, 



As the foundation of our faith, 
And, in his robe of righteousness 
array 'd, (forted. 

Are 'midst his chosen, richly com- 

9. The humble sinner's shame we 

feel, 
And power divine to do God's will ; 
These are combin'd in every heart, 
That in Christ's merits hath a 

part; 
No more, for want of strength, good 

motions die, 
Since Jesus gives us constant 

victory. 

10. We rest in Christ, and yet de- 
sire, (fire, 

Because his love our hearts doth 

To serve his cause with all our 
might, 

And deem our Saviour's burden 
light; 

Whene'er we fail, we think our- 
selves to blame ; (name. 

If we succeed, we praise his holy 

11. Should self-complacency take 
place, 

When we review our faithfulness ; 
We're soon with inward shame 

bow'd down, 
Forget ourselves, and freely own, 
That Jesus works in us whate'er 

is good, 
And thank him for the power he 

hath bestow'd. 

12. Grace is the only wish and 

prayer (are ; 

Of those who God's dear children 
They meditate by night and day, 
How they may due obedience pay 
To Jesus, who redeem'd us by his 

death ; (faith 

And grace unmerited supports their 

Zinzendorf. 



OF SINS. 95 

(327.) 277.* t. 22. 

THE Saviour's blood and right- 
eousness 
My beauty is, my glorious dress ; 
Thus well array'd, I need not fear. 
When in his presence I appear. 

2. The holy, spotless Lamb of God, 
Who freely gave his life and blood, 
For all my numerous sins to atone, 
I for my Lord and Saviour own. 



3. In him I trust for evermore, 
He hath expung'd the dreadful 

score 
Of all my guilt ; this done away, 
I need not fear the judgment-day. 

4. Therefore my Saviour's blood 
and death 

Are here the substance of my faith ; 
And shall remain, when I'm call'd 

hence, 
My only hope and confidence. 

5. For should I e'er so faithful 
prove, 

Serve my kind Lord with zeal and 

love, 
And spend my life for him I serve, 
Nor e'er from his commandments 

swerve ; — 

6. Yet when my Saviour I shall see. 
Then shall I have this only plea : 
" Here is a sinner, who would fain 
Thro' the Lamb's ransom entrance 

gain." 

7. Thus Abraham was sav'd by 
grace, 

Believing in Christ's righteousness: 
And all the ransom 'd saints in light 
In this blest song of praise unite : — 

8. " All glory, power, and might 
pertain 

Unto the Lamb, for he was slain. 



^6 



FORGIVENESS 



And hath redeem'd us by his blood, 
And made us kings and priests to 
God." 

9. While here on earth I still re- 

main, 

This doctrine firmly I'll maintain ; 

And both in word and deed pro- 
claim 

The power of Jesus' saving name. 

10. Lord Jesus Christ, all praise to 

thee, 
That thou didst deign a man to be, 
And for each soul which thou hast 

made 
Hast an eternal ransom paid. 

11. O King of glory, Christ the 

Lord, 
God's only Son, eternal Word, 
Let all the world thy mercy see, 
And bless those who believe in thee. 

12. Thy incarnation, wounds, and 

death 
I will confess while I have breath, 
Till I shall see thee face to face, 
Arrayed with thy righteousness. 

z. 

278.* t. 590. 



" Directly come, who will, 

Just as you are, for Christ receives 

Poor helpless sinners still." 

3. All we, who are his people now, 
Were first convinc'd of sin ; 
Each felt the plague of his own 
The leprosy within ; (heart. 
Then life and righteousness divine 
Thro' faith to us were given ; 
Thus we God's happy people are, 
With Christ joint-heirs of heaven. 

4. We thirst, O Lord, give us this 
day, 

To taste more of thy grace, 
More of that stream, which from 

the rock 
Flow'd thro' the wilderness ; 
'Tis grace alone that feeds our 

souls, 
Grace keeps us inly poor; 
And O that nothing but thy grace 
May rule us evermore. 

Esther Gruenbeck. 

[(330.) 279.* t. 16. 

| WHEN a sinner in affliction 
Mourneth on account of sin, 
Feels the Spirit's deep conviction, 
But no power of faith within : — 



(328.) 

GRACE, grace, O that's a joyfulj 2 . While the troubled soul is sigh- 

A welcome sound to all, (sound, 



Who clearly see and deeply feel 
The misery of the fall : 
Who rightly know the wretched 
Of sinners void of grace, (state 
Ere Christ elects them to enjoy 
In heavenly realms a place. 

2. Grace, how exceeding great to 
Who, ready to despair, (those, 

Asham'd confess, and truly know, 
How vile and weak they are ; 
Yet grace, free grace, most sweetly 
calls, 



" Where shall I find Jesus, where 1 " 
And with tears of anguish crying, — 
" O that he my Saviour were !" 

3. In a moment stands before us 
Jesus with his pierced side : 
Now we rind, that he's desirous 
Us from wrath to screen and hide. 

4. Thus the soul at once obtaineth 
Pardon from the sinner's friend : 
To true happiness attaineth, 
And to life which hath no end. 



OF SINS. 



9? 



(331.) 280.* t. 14. 

WHAT joy or honour could we 

Polluted as we are, (have, 

If not the holy Lamb of God 

Our joy and honour were. 

2. Of nothing we have ever done 
To boast could we desire, 

When he to judge us shall appear, 
Whose eyes are flames of fire. 

3. None is so holy, pure, and just, 
So perfected in love, 

That his best plea, or self-defence, 
Of any weight could prove. 

4. Nor is there any other way 
Into the holy place, 

But Christ who took away our sins, 
His blood and righteousness. 

5. We know the righteousness 

complete, 
Which he procur'd for all ; 
We know the kind reception giv'n 
To the poor prodigal. 

6. We know the Shepherd's love, 

who left 
The ninety-nine behind, 
And thro' the desert anxious went. 
The hundredth sheep to find. 

7. To him poor sinners may appeal 
With all their misery ; 

The angels joy to see them come, 
Christ calleth. " Come to me." 
z. 

(332.J 281.* t. 14. 

HAPPY the souls who contrite 

Them Jesus doth invite, (are, 
And gives to everlasting bliss 

A never-failing right. 
4 2. Tho' comforted, they still dis- 

Theirown untoward heart; (trust 
And wonder, that the Lord to them 

Such mercv could impart 

" 9 



3. To world and sin they bid adieu, 
His pardon daily prove, 

Desiring larger draughts to drink 
Of Jesus' dying love. 

4. When thus the blessings of his 
And merits we enjoy, (blood 

Yea, from the fulness of his grace 
Take daily fresh supply ; — 

5. With pity we can look on those 
Who still in darkness are, 

Inviting them to turn to Christ. 
And in his mercy share. 

6. For we thro' grace are taught 

to think. 
Each sinner that we see 
May pardon, thro' Christ's precious 
blood. 
Obtain, as well as we : — 

7. Since Jesus' pardon, love, and 

grace, 
Produce an humble shame,. 
And stir us up with thankfulness 
His goodness to proclaim. 

(333.) 282. t. 14. 

WITH glorious clouds encom- 
pass'd round, 

Whom angels dimly see, 
Will the Unsearchable be found, 

Will God appear to me ? 

2. Will he forsake his throne above, 
Himself to worms impart I 

Answer, thou man of grief and 
And speak it to my heart, (love, 

3. In manifested love explain 
Thy wonderful design ; (man, 

What meant the suffering Son of 
The streaming blood divine 1 

4. Didst thou not in our flesh ap- 
And live and die below, (pear, 

That I might now perceive thee 
And my Redeemer know I (near. 



98 



FORGIVENESS 



5. Come, then, and to my soul 

reveal (grace, 

The heights and depths of 

The wounds, which all my sorrows 

That dear, disfigur'd face, (heal, 

6. Before my eyes of faith, con- 

fess'd, 
Stand forth a slaughter'd Lamb ; 
Array me in salvation's vest, 
And tell me all thy name. 

7. Jehovah in thy person show, 

A Saviour crucified ; (know, 
And then the pardoning God I 
And feel his blood applied. 

8. I view the Lamb in his own 

light, 
Whom angels dimly see ; 
And gaze, transported at the sight, 
To ail eternity. Wesley. 

(384.) 283. t. 90. 

AND can it be that I should gain 
An interest in the Saviour's blood 7 
Died he for me, who caus'd his 

pain 1 (God 

For me, to make my peace with 
Amazing love ! how can it be, 
That Jesus deign'd to die for me 

2. 'Tis mystery all ; my Maker 

dies ; (sign 1 

Who can explore his strange de 
In vain the highest seraph tries 
To sound the depths of love divine : 
'Tis mercy all ; let earth adore, 
Let angel-minds inquire no more. 

3. He left his Father's throne 

above, 
So free, so infinite his grace ; 
Emptied himself of all but love, 
And bled for Adam's helpless race : 
'Tis mercy all, immense and free, 
For oh ! it found out sinful me. 



4. Long my imprisoned spirit lay 
Fast bound in sin and nature's 

night; (ray, 

Thine eye difTus'd a quickening 
I 'woke, the dungeon flam'd with 

light ; (free, 

My chains fell off, my heart was 
I rose, went forth, and follow'd 

thee. 

5. No condemnation now I dread. 
Jesus, and all in him is mine : 
Alive in him my living Head, 
And cloth'd in righteousness di- 
vine, (throne, 

Now humbly I approach the 

And claim the crown thro' Christ 

my own. Wesley. 

(335.) 284. t. 14, 

IN evil long I took delight, 
Unaw'd by shame or fear, 

Till a new object struck my sight. 
And stopp'd my wild career. 

2. I saw One hanging on a tree. 
In agonies and blood, 

Who fix'd his languid eyes on me. 
As near his cross I stood. 

3. Sure never till my latest breath 
Can I forget that look : (death, 

It seem'd to charge me with his 
Tho' not a word he spoke. 

4. My conscience felt and own'd 

the guilt, 
And plunged me in despair : 
I saw my sins his blood had spilt, 
And help'd to nail him there. 

5. Alas, I knew not what I did ; 
But now my tears are vain ; 

Where shall my trembling soul be 
For I the Lord have slain, (hid I 

6. A second look he gave, which 
'.' I freely all forgive ; (said. 



OF SINS. 



99 



This blood is for thy ransom paid, 
I die, that thou mayst live." 

7. Thus, while his death my sin 
In all its blackest hue, (displays 

(Such is the mystery of grace,) 
It seals my pardon too. 

8. With pleasing grief and mourn- 
My spirit now is fill'd, (ful joy, 

That I should such a life destroy, 
Yet live by him I kill'd. 

Newton. 

(336.) 285. t. 582. 

NOT all the blood of beasts, 

On Jewish altars slain, 
Could give the guilty conscience 

Or wash away the stain, (peace, 

2. Christ, the true paschal Lamb, 
Takes all our sins away ; 

A sacrifice of nobler name, 
And richer blood than they- 

3. My faith would lay the hand 
On that dear head of thine, 

While like a penitent I stand, 
And there confess my sin. 

4. Lord, I look back to see 
The burden thou didst bear, 

When hanging on the shameful 
tree ; 
And know my guilt was there. 

5. Believing, we rejoice, 

Our curse he did remove ; (voice, 

We bless the Lamb with cheerful 

And sing his bleeding love. 

Watts. 



286. 



T.151. 



(337.) 

HOW lost was my condition. 
Till Jesus made me whole ; 

There is but one physician 
Can cure a sin-sick soul : 

Nigh unto death he found rne, 
And snatch'd me from the grave ; 



To tell to all around me, 

His wondrous power to save. 
I A dying, risen Jesus, 

Seen by the eye of faith, 
At once from anguish frees us, 

And saves the soul from death : 
Come then to this physician, 

His help he'll freely give, 
He makes no hard condition, 

'Tis only — look and live. 

Newton. 

(338.) 287. t. 96. 

O THOU who pardon canst impart. 
Thy pardoning grace I long to feel ; 
Give life unto my lifeless heart, 
And my diseases kindly heal : 
Hear, Jesus, hear my feeble moan. 
And me as thine in mercy own. 
2. Vain are all other helps beside, 
Relief from thee alone can flow ; 
Other physicians have I tried, 
Yet only worse and worse I grow ; 
Give me by faith on thee to lean, 
And say unto me, "Be thou clean." 

(339.) 288. t.151. 

MY LORD, how great the favour, 

That I, a sinner poor, 
Can, thro' thy blood's sweet savour. 

Approach thy mercy-door, 
And find an open passage 

Unto the throne of grace : 
Then wait the welcome message 

That bids me go in peace. 
2. In my forlorn condition, 

Who else could give me aid 1 
Where could I meet compassion, 

But in the church's Head ] 
In mercy, O receive me, 

Thou God, who hearest prayer ; 
From every evil save me, 

On thee I cast my care. 



100 



FORGIVENESS OF SINS. 



3. I'll never cease repeating 

My numberless complaints, 
But ever be entreating 

Thee glorious King of saints, 
To form me in thine image, 

And fill my soul with love, 
Till I to thee my homage 

Pay with the saints above. 

Countess Huntingdon's H. 

(340.) 289. t. 22. 

THE one thing needful, that good 
part (heart, 

Which Mary chose with all her 

I would pursue with heart and 
mind, 

And seek unwearied, till I find. 

2. Hidden in Christ the treasure 

lies, (price ; 

That goodly pearl of so great 
No other way but Christ there is 
To endless happiness and bliss. 

3. But oh, I'm blind and ignorant, 
Thy Holy Spirit, Lord, I want, 
To guide me in the narrow road 
That leads to happiness and God. 

4. My mind enlighten with thy 

light, 
That I may understand aright 
The glorious gospel-mystery, 
Which shows the way to heaven 

and thee. 

5. O Jesus Christ, my Lord and 

God, (blood, 

Who hast redeem'd me with thy 
By faith unite my heart to thee, 
That we may never parted be. 

Kendall H. B. 

(342.) 290. t. 14. 

THOU, Lord, must for thy sake 
forgive, 
It cannot be for mine ; 



My power the pardon to receive, 
My faith, is all divine :— 

2. A sinner on mere mercy cast, 

Thy mercy I embrace, 
And gladly own, from first to last. 

That I am sav ? d by grace. 



291. 



T. 11- 



FATHER, to thy sinful child 
Though thy law is reconcil'd, 
By thy pardoning grace I live : 
Daily still I cry, Forgive. 

2. Though my ransom-price He 

paid, 
Upon whom my guilt was laid, 
Humbly at thy mercy-seat, 
Full remission I entreat. 

3. Lord, forgive me, day by day, 
Debts J cannot hope to pay ; 
Duties I have left undone ; 
Evils I have fail'd to shun ; — 

4. Trespasses in word or thought : 
Deeds from evil motive wrought ; 
Cold ingratitude ; distrust ; 
Thoughts unhallow'd or unjust. 

5. Pardon, Lord !— and are there 

those 
Who my debtors are, or foes, 
I, who by forgiveness live, 
Here their trespasses forgive. 

6. May I feel, beneath my wrongs, 
Vengeance to the Lord belongs ; 
Nor a worse requital dare, 
Than the meek revenge of prayer. 

7. Much forgiven, may I learn 
Love for hatred to return ; 
Then assur'd my heart shall be, 
Thou, my God, hast pardon'd me. 

Cotider. 



101 



XVII. THE SURRENDER OF THE HEART TO JESUS. 



(343.) 292.* t. 582. 

UNTO the Lamb of God, 
Who to retrieve my loss 

Became a man, and died for me 
Upon the accursed cross ; 
Unto the Prince of life, 
Who felt such racking pain, 

While he the vengeance due to me 
Did willingly sustain : — 

2. To him I wholly give 
Myself this day anew, 

As his reward so dearly gain'd, 
His spoil and purchase due ; 
That with me he may do 
What's pleasing in his sight, 

And from me take whate'er him 
grieves, 
Whate'er he sees not right. 

3. How very weak I am, 
My Saviour well can see, 

And how exceeding short I fall, 
Of what T ought to be : 
Compassionate High-priest, 
To thee I must appeal ; 

My numberless infirmities 

kindly haste to heal. 

4. In thy most precious blood, 
Which from thy open'd veins, 

To heal my soul, on Calvary flow'd, 

1 pray wash out my stains : 
It is thy daily care, 

Thy helpless sheep to feed ; 
To purify their spotted souls, 
And gently them to lead. 

5. Me thy all-seeing eye 

Hath kept with watchful care ; 
Thy great compassion never fail'd, 
Thou heard'st my needy prayer : 
This makes me firmly trust 



That thou wilt guide me still, 
And guide me safe throughout the 

That leads to Zion's hill, (way 
6. Dear Saviour, I resign 

My worthless heart to thee ; 
And, whether cheerful or distress'd, 

Thine, thine alone I'll be : 

My only aim is this, 

(O may I it fulfil !) 
Thee to exalt with all my strength, 

And do thy holy will. 

Esther Gruenbeck. 

(344.) 293 .* t. 22. 

O GOD of mercy, grace, and love, 
Thy yearning bowels thee did 
move, (night 

To call me from death's gloomy 
Into thy own amazing light. 

2. I once was wholly dead in sin, 
Wholly corrupt and spoil'd within, 
The carnal mind still bore the sway, 
And hurried me a slave away. 

3. It caus'd thee pain, O Son of 

God, 
To see the purchase of thy blood 
So deeply sunk in misery ; 
And 'twas thy aim to set me free. 

4. Thou drewest me with cords of 

love, (prove ; 

Till thou at last didst conqueror 
Till sin's strong power thou hadst 

suppress'd, 
And giv'n my weary spirit rest. 

5. Now thro' thy wounds my soul 

hath found (ground ; 

Peace, righteousness, and solid 
I've now obtained thro' thy grace 
Among thy ransom'd flock a place, 



102 



SURRENDER OF THE 



6. I thee adore, my gracious King, 
And joyful hallelujahs sing ; 

My eyes with grateful tears o'erfiow. 
For all the mercies thou dost show. 

7. Faithful to thee I now engage 
To be throughout my pilgrimage ; 
Accept my life and soul, my King, 
Pledg'd to thy service these I bring. 

8. Nature's reluctance overrule, 
The worldly, carnal mind control ; 

may I always have in view 
Not mine, but thy blest will to do. 

9. Thus by thy power I here shall be 
Prepar'd for blest eternity, (love, 
Walk with my God, him serve and 
Till I shall live with him above. 

P. H. Molther. 

(345.) 294.* t. 168. 

OH, at last I've found my Saviour 
Who laid down his life for me ; 
He (O undeserved favour !) 
Own'd me as his property : 
Conscious of my imperfection, 
I'll rely on his direction : 

1 will nothing know beside 
Jesus and him crucified. 

2. Others may seek satisfaction 
In this poor world's vanity ; 
Meanwhile shall my heart's afTec- 
0n my Saviour fixed be, (tion 
On his meritorious suffering 
And sin-expiating ottering : 
World, for ever be thou gone, 
Leave but Christ and me alone. 

3. Jesus cur'd my soul's infection 
By his soul's dire agony ; 

From his death and resurrection 
Life and power redound to me : 
By the virtue of his merit 
I shall heavenly joys inherit, 
And e'en here a foretaste have 
Of that world beyond the grave. 



4. Jesus yields me delectation ; 
When I'm weak he strengthens me. 
Sweetens all my tribulation, 
And supports me constantly : 
His atoning death and passion 
Are the cause of my salvation ; 
Therefore Christ shall ne'er depart 
From my sight and from my heart. 

5. Oh, I'm lost in deepest wonder, 
To think he shall soon appear 
To receive me gladly yonder, 
And wipe off my every tear : 
Then my grateful songs and praises 
Shall resound in heavenly places ; 
Here by faith to him I'll cleave, 
Jesus will I never leave. 

(346.) 295.* t. 22. 

WE pray thee, wounded Lamb of 

God, 
Cleanse us in thy atoning blood ; 
Grant us by faith to view thy cross, 
Then life or death is gain to us. 

2. Take our poor hearts, and let 

them be 
For ever clos'd to all but thee ; 
Seal thou our breasts, and let us 

wear 
That pledge of love for ever there. 

3. What are our works but sin and 

death, 
Till thou thy quickening Spirit 

breathe ; 
Until we strength from thee derive, 
And in communion with thee live. 

4. Ah, Lord, enlarge our scanty 

thought, 
To know the wonders thou hast 

wrought ; 
Unloose our stammering tongues 

to tell 
Thy love immense, unsearchable. 



HEART TO JESUS. 



103 



5. First-born of many brethren 
thou, (must bow ; 

To thee both earth and heaven 
Help us to thee our all to give, 
Thine may we die, thine may we 
live. 



(347.) 



296. 



t. 79. 



DIDST thou, Lord Jesus, me in- 
cline, 
When I was lost and dead in sin, 
To hear thy quickening voice 1 
Have I obtained in thy blood (God, 
Redemption, and found peace with 
And do I in thy name rejoice 1 — 

2. O yes, I feel I am forgiv'n, 
A foretaste I enjoy of heaven, 
Thy spirit witness bears ; 

By faith thy righteousness is mine, 
I'm well assur'd that I am thine, 
My soul no condemnation fears. 

3. Yet 'fore thee, Jesus, I must 

own, 
I have not this salvation known 
By tracing legal ways ; (sin, 

Lo, 'twas thy power rais'd me from 
Thou didst the saving work begin ; 
Thine be the glory, thine the praise. 

4. May I be faithful to thy call, 
Surrender unto thee my all, 
Myself to thee resign ; (around, 
When dangers threaten me 
Invincible may I be found, 

And never from thy will decline 

5. Me with thy gladdening oil 

anoint ; (point 

The destin'd path thou dost ap- 
Gladly I then shall tread : 
Bedew me with a genial shower, 
Into my heart thy influence pour, 
And me with heavenly manna feed 
J. Wesley. 



(348.) 297.* t. 106 or 90. 

GOD, whose love (immense in 
height. 

In depth unfathom'd) no man 

knows; 

Grant unto me thy saving light, 
Inly I sigh for thy repose : 
My heart is pain'd, nor can it be 
At rest, till it find rest in thee. 

2. Thy gracious call invites me 

still. 
How light thy burden is, to prove ; 
Yet I'm unsteady ; tho' my will 
Be fix M, y et wide my passions rove • 
Great hindrances obstruct the way, 

1 aim at thee, yet from thee stray. 

3. Mere mercy 'tis, that thou has* 

brought 
My soul to seek its peace in thee ; 
Yet while I seek but find thee not, 
At rest my spirit cannot be ; 
Oh, when shall all my wanderings 

end. 
And all my wishes to thee tend ! 

4. Is there a thing beneath the sun, 
That strives with thee my heart to 

share ] 
Ah, tear it thence, and be alone 
The spring of every motion there : 
Then shall my heart from earth be 

free, (thee. 

When it hath found repose in 

(349.) 298.* t. 106 or 90. 
TAKE, Lord, all self from me, 

that I 
No more, but Christ in me, may 

live, 
My vile affections crucify, 
Let not one darling lust survive : 
O may my heart to thee aspire, 
And nought on earth but thee desire. 



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SURRENDER OF THE 



3. Dear Lord, thy sovereign aid I 
impart, (care ; 

To save me from low-thoughted 
O banish self-will from my heart, 
From all its latent mazes there : 
And grant that I may never move 
From the blest footsteps of thy love. 
3. Each moment draw from earth 
away (call ; 

My heart, that humbly waits thy 
Speak to my inmost soul and say, 
" I am thy life, thy God, thy all :" 
To feel thy power, to hear thy 

voice, 
To taste thy love, be all my choice. 

(350.) 299. t.90. 

JESUS, thy light again I view, 
Again thy loving-kindness prove, 
And ail within me pants anew 
To enjoy thy all reviving love : 
Again my thoughts to thee aspire, 
Unto thy name is my desire. 

2. But oh, what offering shall I 

give (skies ] 

To thee, the Lord of earth and 
My soul and body now receive, 
A holy, living sacrifice : 
Small as it is, 'tis all my store, 
More shouldst thou have, if I had 

more. 

3. O may I never from thee stray, 
Or be again subdu'd by sin : 
Guide me, my Life, my Truth, my 

Way, (clean : 

Thy blood preserve my garments 
O let thy blood and righteousness 
My beauty be, my glorious dress. 

4. Send down thy likeness from 

above, 
And let this my adorning be ; (love, 
Clothe me with wisdom, patience, 



With lowliness and purity : 
Than gold and pearls more precious 

far (star. 

And brighter than the morning- 
5. Lord, arm me with thy Spirit's 

might (name ; 

Since I am call'd by thy great 
In thee my wandering thoughts 

unite, 
Of all my works be thou the aim : 
Thy love attend me all my days, 
And my sole business be thy praise. 

(352.) 300.* t. 376. 

"GIVE me thy heart, my son," 

Thus saith the Lord, 
" Give me thy heart, and listen to 
Observe my ways, (my word ; 
Walk in the path of grace ; 
In following my direction 
I'll grant thee my protection." 
2. 'Tis only this which Christ of 
us desires ; (quires ; 

This to promote our welfare he re- 
How blest are they 
Who Jesus' voice obey, 
And give their hearts for ever 
To him, our God and Saviour. 

Gregor. 



(351.) 



301.* 



t. 376. 



O TAKE my heart and whatsoe'er 

is mine, 
Beloved Jesus, I'll be only thine ; 

To thee I'll live, 

And soul and body give : 
My words and whole behaviour 
Be rul'd by thee for ever. 
2. But give thyself, my Jesus, unto 
me, (tinually : 

And dwell within my heart con- 

O Lord, remain 



HEART TO JESUS. 



105 



My joy, 'midst grief and pain ; 
From thee, my soul's beloved, 
May I ne'er be removed. 

J. Angel us. 

(353.) 302. t. 14. 

LORD, take my heart just as it is, 
Set up therein thy throne : 

So shall I love thee above all, 
And live to thee alone. 

2. I thank thee, that in mercy thou 
Hast waken'd me from death, 

Arous'd me out of sin's deep sleep, 
And call'd to walk in faith. 

3. Complete thy work and crown 

thy grace, 
That I may faithful prove, 
And listen to that still small voice, 
Which whispers only love ; — 

4. Which teaches me to know thy 
And gives me power to do ; (will, 

Which fills my heart with shame, 
when I 
Do not that will pursue. 

5. This unction may I ever feel, 
This teaching of my Lord, 

And learn obedience to thy voice, 
Thy soft reviving word. 

Stonehouse. 

(356.) 303.* t. 11. 

GRANT, most gracious Lamb of 
God, (blood, 

Who hast bought me with thy 
That my soul and body be 
Quite devoted unto thee. 
2 Jesus, hear my fervent cry, 
My whole nature sanctify ; 
Root out all that is unclean, 
Tho' it cause me pungent pain. 
3. Gracious Lord, I wish alone 
Thine to be, yea, quite thine own. 



And to all eternity 

To remain thy property. 

J. Angelus. 

(357.) 304.* t. 79. 

LORD, take my sinful, worthless 

heart 
As thine, thy grace to me impart, 
And deep thy seal impress; 
Take me into thy special care, 
Secure my soul from every snare ; 
Thyself find always free access. 

2. Make me a bosom-friend of thine; 
Upon thy breast may I recline, 
Preserv'd from needless fears ; 
And when this earthly house I leave, 
Into those mansions me receive, 
Where thou wilt wipe away all 
tears. 



(358.) 



305.* t. 166. 



DESTROY, O Lord, the carnal 

mind, 
Consume what is not right in me ; 
Whether the world in chains me 
Or silken cords, I cannot be (bind 
Partaker of the joys of heaven ; 
For thou requirest that my heart 
Without reserve to thee be given, 
Resolv'd for thee with all to part. 



(359.) 



306.* 



t. 15. 



SEARCHER of hearts, thou 
know'st thy love 

My heart hath captivated ; 
My soul is closely to thee join'd, 

Ne'er to be separated : — 

2. All thou demandest I give up, 
Lord, without hesitation; 

But never, never will I leave 
Thee and thy congregation, 



106 



COMMUNION 



(360.) 307. t. 184. 

O MTGHT we all, Lord God our 

Saviour, 
Thy condescending mercy prize, 
To accept of us, (O boundless 
As of a holy sacrifice ; [favour I) 
Of us, tho' sinful, poor, and needy : 
Grant that we freely unto thee 
May offer up both soul and body, 
To love and serve thee faithfully. 
J. Swertner. 



(361.) 308. t. §90. 

PRESENT your bodies to the 
Lord, 

A living sacrifice, 
A holy offering unto him, 

And pleasing in his eyes : 
This is a service which ye owe, 

And reasonably due ; 
For ye are not your own, ye know, 

But Christ hath purchas'd you. 



XVIII. COMMUNION WITH CHRIST. 



(362.) 309.* t. 132. 

JESUS, thou art my heart's de- 
My joy and my salvation ; (light. 
Thy presence yields me day and 
Abundant consolation : (night 

Thee I desire to love and praise, 
Since thy great love and boundless 
Are everything unto me. (grace 

2. Thou art the Way, thy Spirit is 
As my conductor given ; 

In following thee I cannot miss 
The path to life and heaven : 
Thy word be my unerring guide ; 
Preserve me lest I turn aside, 
Or stray from thee, my Saviour. 

3. Thou art the Truth, in thee are 

found 
All things that are essential ; 
Without thee all is empty sound, 
In thee is strength substantial : 
O Truth, set me at liberty, 
That I depend on none but thee 
By whom I can be healed. 

4. Thou art my Life, thy power 

divine 
Shall influence every motion ; 



O may thy Spirit me incline 
To true, unfeign'd devotion : 
Thus I eternal life shall gain, 
And till my latest breath remain 
A member of thy body. 

5. Lord Jesus, thou my Shepherd 

art, 
Who diedst for my transgression ; 
When lost, I caus'd thee pungent 

smart, 
When found, joy past expression : 
Ah, best of shepherds, ever keep 
Within thy fold thy helpless sheep, 
Protect me from all danger. 

6. Thou art my faithful Friend in 

need, 
My flesh and bone, my Brother ; 
Thy faithfulness and love exceed 
Those of the fondest mother : 
Thou art my Healer when I'm 

sick, (when weak, 

My Cordial, strengthening me 
My Refuge in all trouble. 

7. Ah ! Lord, how very short I fall, 
When on thy praise I enter ; 
Thou art indeed my All in all, 



WITH CHRIST. 



107 



In thee my wishes centre : 
Whate'er I want, thou art to me ; 
let my heart incessantly 
Be by thy love inspired, 

J. C. Lange. 



(364.) 310.* t. 228. 

HOW bright appears the Morning- 
star, (pare. 

With grace and truth beyond com- 

The royal root of Jesse : 

O David's Son, of Jacob's line, 

My soul's Belov'd and King be- 
nign, (me : 

Thou cam'st from heaven to bless 

Precious, — gracious, 

Ever glorious — and victorious 

Is my Saviour; 

Nought but he can please me ever. 

2. From him descends a beam of joy 
When he with a complacent eye 
Beholds his needy creature ; 
Immanuel. my sovereign good, 
Thy word, thy Spirit, flesh and 
Renew my very nature : (blood 
Grant me — richly, 
Thro' thy merit, — to inherit 
Thy salvation ; 
Hear my ardent supplication. 

3. The Father from eternity 
In mercy was inclin'd to me, 
Thro' thee, his W T ell-beloved : 
I, as a member of thy bride, 
In thee, Lord Jesus, can confide ; 
Thy love remains unmoved : 
Oh, I — have joy, 

That in heaven — with thanks- 
Thee, my Saviour, (giving, 

I shall love and praise for ever. 

4. Tune all your notes to songs of 

praise, 
If you can earthly music raise 
To join celestial concerts : 



Be Jesus your delightful theme ; 

In him and in his saving name 

Are centred all our comforts : 

Joyful, — awful 

Be the phrases — of our praises, 

'Tis our duty, 

'Fore the Lord of bliss and beauty. 

5. Before the world I make my 

boast, 
That he in whom I place my trust, 
Is Lord of light and glory : 
At last he'll bring me to that place. 
Where all the wonders of his grace 
Shall lie disclos'd before me : 
Amen : — be then (ing, 

Praise and blessing, — never ceas- 
To him given, 

Here, and by the hosts of heaven. 
Phil. Nicolai. 

(365.) 311.* t. 185. 

THE unbounded love of my Cre- 
ator 

Heart-felt gratitude doth claim ; 

Why did Christ appear in human 
nature? 

'Twas for me he man became : 

W T hile the whole world's Saviour 
I confess him, (him, 

As my own Redeemer I embrace 

And his merits I apply 

To my seif especially. 

2. When with him, my Lord, in 
closest union, 

I can all things else forget ; 

In his fellowship and blest com- 
munion, 

I heaven's bliss anticipate ; 

By his presence he dispels all sad- 
ness, (gladness ; 

Filling my poor soul with joy and 

Tho' I often am to blame, 

Yet his love is still the same. 



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3. When my mind pursues this 

meditation, 
That the all-creating Word 
Hath by his humanity and passion 
To God's image man restor'd ; 
I regard my body as Chrises 

temple, 
'Tis my aim to follow his example 
And my vessel thro' his grace 
In due honour to possess. z. 



(366.) 



312.* 



t. 68. 



BLISS bej^ond compare, 

Which in Christ I share : 
He's my only joy and treasure ; 
Tasteless is all worldly pleasure, 

When in Christ I share 

Bliss beyond compare. 

2. Jesus is my joy, 
Therefore blest am I : 

Oh, his mercy is unbounded, 

All my hope on him is grounded ; 

Jesus is my joy, 

Therefore blest am I. 

3. When the Lord appears, 
This my spirit cheers ; 

When, his love to me revealing, 
He, the Sun of grace, with healing 

In his beams appears, 

This my spirit cheers. 

4. Then all grief is drown'd : 
Pure delight is found, 

Joy and peace in his salvation, 
Heavenly bliss and consolation : 
Every grief is drown'd 
Where such bliss is found. 

G. Arnold. 

(367.) 313.* t. 4. 

LORD Jesus, I pray, 
On earth while I stay, 
In union to be (ably : 

With thee and thy people insepar- 



2. Concern'd for more grace 
And true happiness ; 

Intent evermore (and poor. 

'Fore thee to be contrite, and lowly, 

3. O were my whole mind 
And spirit inclin'd 

To show forth thy praise, 
To serve thee with gladness, and 
walk in thy ways. 

4. If question'd by thee : 
"Say, lovest thou mel" 

I own I shall prove [that I love. 
Deficient, O Lord, yet thou know'st 

5. John's portion so blest, 
To lean on thy breast, 

Be mine, till with thee, [shall be. 

When time is no more, I for ever 

Cammerhof. 

(368 ) 314.* t. 159. 

'TIS the most blest and needful 
To have in Christ a share, [part 
And to commit our way and heart 
Unto his faithful care : [sure, 

This done, our steps are safe and 
Our hearts' desires are render'd 
pure, [hand, 

And nought can pluck us from his 
Which leads us to the end. 

2. Nought in this world affords 
true rest 

But Christ's atoning blood; 
This purifies the guilty breast, 
And reconciles to God : 
Hence flows unfeigned love to him 
Who came lost sinners to redeem, 
And Christ our Saviour doth ap- 
Daily to us more dear. [pear 

C. R. v. Z. 

3. My only joy and comfort here 
Is Jesus' death and blood; 

I with this passport can appear 
Before the throne of God : 



WITH CHRIST. 



109 



Admitted to the realms of bliss, 
I then shall see him as he is, 
Where countless pardon'd sinners 
Adoring at his feet. (meet, 

Gregor. 

(369.) 315.* • t. 14. 

THY child so minded ever keep ; 

Let me know nought beside 
Thee, who was slain me to redeem, 

Thee, Jesus crucified. 

2. O may we, Saviour, step for 
Bear thee sweet company, (step 

Thus will, whate'er we undertake, 
An act of worship be. 

3. May we to thee in all our wants 
Child-like yet closer fly, 

Directing still, throughout our 
By faith to thee our eye. (course, 

4. Altho' but little we can do, 
Yet 'tis our heart's desire, 

To do that which affords thee joy ; 
Nor dost thou more require. 

(371.) 316.* t. 36. 

LET thy countenance, most lov- 
ing Saviour, (me ever 
Shine on me day and night, and let 
Have of thy presence and thy gra- 
cious dealing 

A tender feeling: — 

2. That soul and body, on thy 

merit feeding, (proceeding, 

May daily be from grace to grace 

With thee at peace, in tenderest 

love's communion 

And perfect union. 
Gregor 

(372.) 317. t. 14. 

JESUS, my Saviour, full of grace, 
Be thou my heart's delight, 
emain my favorite theme always, 
My joy by day and night. 



2. Hungry and thirsty after thee 
May I be found each hour ; 

Humble in heart, and constantly 
Supported by thy power. 

3. May thy blest Spirit to my heart, 
Throughout my future race, 

True faith and constancy impart 
To live unto thy praise. 

4. The mystery of redeeming love 
Be ever dear to me : 

Till I shall once in heaven above 
For ever dwell with thee. 

Countess Huntingdon's II. 

(373.) 318. t. 14. 

O DEAREST Lord, take thou my 
heart ; 

Where can such sweetness be, 
As I have tasted in thy love, 

As I have found in thee. 

2. If there's a fervour in my soul. 
And fervour sure there is, 

It shall be quite at thy control. 
And but to serve thee rise. 

3. To seek in earthly things for bliss 
Is vain ; none can be found, 

Till Jesus Christ our portion is ; 
In him true joys abound. 

4. 'Tis heaven on earth to taste 

his love, 
To feel his quickening grace ; 
And all the bliss I seek above 
Is to behold his face. 

(374.) 319. t. 14. 

'TIS heaven on earth by faith to 
Thy face, my gracious Lord ; (see 
The noblest, most substantial joys 
Thy cheering smiles afford, 
2. Thou say'st, dear Jesus, all thy 
Who love thy face to see, (saints, 
Shall have, while in this vale of 
Kind visits oft from thee, (tears, 



no 



COMMUNION 



3. O let my soul with thee con- 
Who art my chief delight ; (verse, 
For the whole world can't ease my 
If banish'd from thy sight, (heart, 

Watts. 

320. T. 205. 

VAIN, delusive world, adieu ! 

Thou, with all thy creature- 
Only Jesus I pursue, (good; 

Him, who bought me with his 
All thy pleasures I forego, (blood ; 

All thy wealth and all thy pride; 
Only Jesus will I know, 

Jesus, and him crucified. 

2. Him to know is life and peace, 
Joy and pleasure without end; 

This is all my happiness, 
On my Jesus to depend ; 

Daily in his grace to grow, 
In his favour to abide : 

Only Jesus will I know, 
Jesus, and him crucified. 

3. Him in all my works I seek, 
Who expir'd upon the tree ; 

Only of his love I speak, 
Who so freely died for me : 

While I sojourn here below, 
Nothing I desire beside; 

Only Jesus will I know, 
Jesus, and him crucified. 

Toplady, (ad.) 

321. T. 14. 

FAR from the world, O Lord, I flee, 
From strife and tumult far ; 

From scenes where Satan wages 
His most successful war. [still 

2. The calm retreat, the silent shade, 
With prayer and praise agree ; 

And seem by thy sweetbounty made 
For those who follow thee. 

3. There, if thy Spirit teach the soul, 
And grace her mean abode, 



Oh, with what peace, and joy, and 
love, 
She communes with her God ! 

4. There, like the nightingale, she 

pours 
Her solitary lays ; 
Nor asks a witness of her song, 
Nor thirsts for human praise. 

5. Author and guardian of my life, 
Sweet source of light divine, 

A nd (all-harmonious names in one) 
My Saviour, thou art mine ! 

6. What thanks I owe thee, and 

what love, 
A boundless, endless store, 
Shall echo thro' the realms above. 
When time shall be no more. 

Cowper. 



(375.) 



322. 



t. 79. 



O JESUS, everlasting God, 
Who hast for sinners shed thy 

blood 
Upon Mount Calvary, 
And finish'd there redemption's 

toil : 
Thus I became thy happy spoil ; 
All praise and glory be to thee. 

2. Fain would I think on all thy 

pain, [gain . 

Would find therein my life and 
And firmly fix my heart 
Upon thy wounds and dying love : 
Nor ever more from thee remove, 
Till from this world I shall depart. 

3. The more thro' grace myself I 

know, 
The more inelin'd I am to bow 
In faith beneath thy cross ; 
To trust in thy atoning blood, 
And look to thee for every good, 
Yea, count all earthly gain but loss. 



WITH CHRIST. 



Ill 



Communing with the Lamb of 
God, 
With heartfelt gratitude we're 

bow'd ; 
And walk in true humility, 
As Christ's disciples constantly. 

Kinchin . 



(376.) 323. t. 90. 

THOU hidden source of calm re- 
pose, 

Thou all-sufficient love divine ; 

My help and refuge from my foes, 

Secure I am, for thou art mine : 

Thou art my fortress, strength, and i /QQ x Q 

tower, \\ 67 *-) 6Z ^' T - 7y - 

My trust and portion evermore. jo THAT we could for ever sit 

2. Jesus, my All in all thou art, j W T ith Mary at our Saviour's feet, 

My rest in toil, my ease in pain, |Be this our happy choice ; 

The balm to heal my broken heart, ! Our only care, delight, and bliss, 

In storms my peace, in loss my Our joy, our heaven on earth be this , 



gam; 
My joy beneath the tyrant's frown, 



To hear the Bridegroom's cheering 
voice. 



In shame my glory and my crown ;, 2 . O may his love our hearts in- 
3. In want my plentiful supply, spire ; (sire, 

In weakness my almighty power ; j Nought else on earth may we de- 
In bonds my perfect liberty, Nought else in heaven above : 

My refuge in temptation's hour ; Let earth and all its trifles go, 
My comfort 'midst all grief and Give us, O Lord, thy grace to 

thrall, know, 

My life in death, my All in all. Give us to feel thy precious love. 
Wesley. 

' (379.) 326. t. 146 



324. 



t. 22. 



(377.) ~~-. x. ~~.| WHAT ig Christ t0 me! 

'TIS thro' the grace thou dost be-; W T ho hath for my diseases 

stow, ! Found out a remedy, 

Lord, that I thy goodness know ; And every grief appeases ; 
Grant that I in humility My ever faithful Friend, 

For evermore may cleave to thee. 1 My confidant most true, 

2. The privilege to be with Christ | 0n whora l can de pend 
In union, can't enough be priz'd ;! In J ^ and sorrow to ° 
Since I'm the purchase of his 

blood, 
Grant me this privilege, God. 

3. Reflecting how our Lord and 

Head, 

When ris'n, his followers visited, 

We pray to share that happiness, 

Which without sight we may pos- 
sess. 



J. Ganibolcl 

(380.) 327.* t. 230. 

BE our comfort which ne'er faileth, 
When any trial us assaileth, 
Or when we're needlessly dis- 
tress'd ; 
Jesus show, on each occasion, 
That thou our strength art and 
salvation, 



112 



HAPPINESS OF 



Our shield, our hiding-place, and 
O may we constantly (rest: 

Look up by faith to thee, 

Who redeem'dst us ; 
And daily prove 
That thou art love, 
Till we shall be with thee above. 
Gregof. 

(382.) 328. t, 167. 

MOMENTS of ecstatic pleasure, 
When I feel thee, Saviour, mine : 
What is this world's joy or trea- 
sure 
To the thought that I am thine ? 
Earthly dreams of vain enjoyment 
Cannot soothe the watchful soul ; 
Joy and grief, rest and employment, 
Sacred be to thee the whole. 



329.^ 



t. 185. 



(383.) 

BETHANY, O peaceful habita- 
Blessed mansion, lov'd abode; (tion, 



There my Lord had oft his resting 

station, 
Converse held in friendly mood : 
With that bliss which Mary highly 

savour'd. 
I could wish this day still to be fa- 

vour'd ; 
But thy presence makes to me 
Every place a Bethany. 

Gregor. 

(385.) 330. t. 586. 

WHEN Christ our Saviour lives 
and dw r elleth 

In us, O what consummate bliss ! 

This from our hearts all gloom dis- 
pelled, 

Our life of heaven a foretaste is : 

Lord Jesus, hear our supplication ; 

Let all of us in every station, 

Be truly join'd to thee, 

Until eternally 

Thy face we see. 



XIX. THE HAPPINESS OF CHILDREN OF GOD. 



331.* 



t. 114. 



(386.) 

JESUS, my King, thy kind and 
gracious sceptre (me : 

Assuages every grief that burdens 
When I with all my heart apply 
to thee, (preceptor ; 

Then thy peace-giving Spirit's my 
Thy comforts so refresh and cheer 
my heart, (soon depart. 

That fear and restlessness must 
2. The gifts of Christ are so ines- 
timable, 
That ail the world nought equal 
can afford r 



What are the treasures which the 
worldlings hoard ] (able, 

To comfort weary souls they are not 

But Jesus can and does abund- 
antly ; (He. 

All earthly joys will fail, but never 

3. How highly bless'd, how happy 

is the spirit, 
Which, weary of self-working, inly 

mourns, 
And unto him for aid and succour 

turns: 
The humble every good from him 

inherit; 



CHILDREN OF GOD. 



He to the troubled soul imparteth 

ease, (science peace. 

Restoring to the wounded con- 

4. That which the law could have 

imparted never, (grace ; 

Is then produc'd alone by Jesus' 
This is the source of genuine holi- 
ness : (behaviour ; 
This changes and reforms our whole 
From strength to strength, from 
grace to grace led on, (run. 
We safe proceed, until our race is 

5. O may I look to Christ without 

cessation ; (from on high, 
Come, visit me, thou Day-spring 
That in thy light the light I may 

espy, (foundation ; 

On grace depending as my sole 
Confirm my faith, grant that no 

fault in me (from thee. 

May intercept the light that beams 

6. Thou Source of love, I rest in 

thy embraces, (peace : 

Thou art alone my everlasting 
My only treasure is thy boundless 

grace ; (thy mercies ; 

'Tis heaven on earth to live upon 
And since in thee all happiness I 

find, (mind. 

I seek nought else to satisfy my 

C. F. Richter. 



(387.) 



332.* 



t. 115. 



HOW great the bliss to be a sheep 

of Jesus, (staff: 

And to be guided by his shepherd- 
Earth's greatest honours, howso- 

e'er they please us, 
Compar'd to this, are vain and 

empty chaff: (give. 

Yea, w r hat this world can never 
May, thro' the Shepherd's grace, 

each needy sheep receive. 

10 



U3 

2. Here is a pasture, rich and 

never failing, (flow ; 

Here living waters in abundance 
None can conceive the grace with 

them prevailing, 
Who Jesus' shepherd-voice obey 

and know : 
He banishes all fear and strife, 
And leads them gently on to ever- 
lasting life. 

3. Whoe'er would spend his days 

in lasting pleasure, 

Must come to Christ, and join his 
flock with speed ; 

Here is a feast prepar'd, rich be- 
yond measure, 

The world meanwhile on empty 
husks must feed : 

Those souls may share in every 
good 

Whose Shepherd doth possess the 
treasuries of God. 

J. J. Rambach. 

(388.) 333.* t. 164. 

O DAYS of solid happiness, 

O antepast of heaven, (grace, 
When, in the accepted time of 

We know our sins forgiven : 
Cleans'd in the precious flood 
Of Christ's atoning blood, 
Enjoying in our hearts by faith 
The blessings purchas'd by his 

death. 
2. The peace of God then fills the 
soul, 

And heals the wounded spirit ; 
The broken heart is then made 

By virtue of his merit: (whole, 
Yea, his sweet looks of grace 
Convey such happiness, 
That we in his redeeming love 
Anticipate the bliss above. 



114 



HAPPINESS OF 



3. But why do tears, and grief, and 

care, 

Sometimes allay our gladness, 
And, tho' his favour still we share f 

Awaken thoughts of sadness ] 
'Tis when to mind we call 
The wormwood and the gall 
Of our past state, as sinners lost, 
And what a price our ransom cost. 

4. When thus we contemplate the 

grace, 

The love, and condescension 
Of Christ to our apostate race, 

Which pass all comprehension, 
Low at his feet we bend; 
Own him the sinners' friend, 
Determin'd to know nought beside 
Christ Jesus, and him crucified* 

5. How pleasant is our lot, howl 

good 
And blest beyond expression ; 
For, having cleans'd us by his! 
blood, 
He bears us with compassion, I 
Applies his healing power 
To us each day and hour ; 
Yea, we in him redemption have ! 
In death itself and in the grave. 

6. And this our joyful theme shall | 

be, 
When, cali'd to see our Saviour,, 
We join the glorious company 

Around his throne for ever ; j 
Then we in highest strain j 

Shall praise the Lamb once slain 
Who hath redeemed us by his 
blood, (God. 

And made us kings and priests to; 
Gregor.j 

(389.) 334.* t. 218. j 

HOW bless'd am I, most gracious' 

Saviour, 
Reposing on thy sacred love ! 



With grief o'erwhelm'd, I seek thy 

favour, 
And thy reviving bounty prove : 
The dismal clouds of night muse 

vanish, (pleni-h T 

When joys divine my heart re- 
While I recline upon thy breast : 
Ah, then I find on earth my heaven ; 
Such comforts to all those are given r 
Who seek in thee their peace and 

rest. 

2. If my sin's burden would op- 
press me, 

Or legal thunders me affright, (me, 
Or fear of death and hell distress 
By faith to thee I take my flight ; 
In thee I always find protection 
'Gainst Satan's darts and sin's in- 
fection, (place r 
Thou art my shield and hfding- 
Though foes assail m combination* 
Who shall condemn ? Lord, my 

salvation, 
My confidence is in thy grace. 

3. If thou thro' thorny paths will 
lead me, 

I'll simply trust in thee, O Lord ; 
The clouds at thy command muet 

feed me; 
And rocks must drink to me afford z 
In thy kind leadings acquiescing 
I'm sure to meet with nought but 

blessing ; 
If I have thee, it doth suffice : 
I know that souls, to bliss created.. 
W^ho shall to glory be translated. 
Must humbled be before they rise. 

4. Friend of my soul, O how con- 
tented 

Am I, when leaning upon the* : 
By sin I am no more tormented, 
Since thou dost aid and comfort me z 
O may the heart -re vlving feeling 



CHILDREN OF GOD. 



115 



I have of thy most gracious dealing, 
A foretaste yield of joys above : 
I scorn, vain world, thy adulation, 
For Jesus is my delectation, 
And I'm an object of his love. 

W. C. Dessler. 

(390.) 335.* t. 582. 

JESUS, thou hast reveal'd 

Thyself to me by faith, 
And to my heart made manifest 

Thy wounds, thy blood and 
Thy name and cross alone (death: 

To me can comfort yield ; 
Since I thereby, as thy reward, 

To God am reconcil'd. 
'2. Mv soul, before thee bow'd, 

Is cheered by thy grace ; 
Now I no more need toil and strive 

In search of happiness : 
But am assur'd that thou 

Hast all my sins forgiv'n, 
And by thy painful death for me 

Procured life and heaven. 

3. Thou who didst love me first 
Teach me to trust in thee 

Unshaken, till I thee above 

Shall praise eternally : 
E'en here thou art my song; 

Thy grace doth richly claim 
That thy church militant on earth 

Give 'glory to thy name. 

4. Unfeigned thanks receive, 
For thy unbounded grace, 

From us, who in thy name believe, 
And humbly seek thy face ; 

Lord, we are bound to thee, 

Since thou our souls hast gain'd, 

And for us by thy precious blood 
Eternal bliss obtain'd. 

5. The merits of thy <ieath 
Bach day to us apply, 

And grant that to the throne of grace 



We boldly may draw nigh ; 
That mercy we may find 

And help in time of need ; 
Thus shall we, by thy Spirit led. 

From grace to grace proceed. 
6. Thy cross and saving name 

We freely will confess, (earth. 
Thy gospel spread thro' all the 

Make known thy righteousness ; 
J To all mankind proclaim 

The virtue of thy blood, 
'And cry in every sinner's ear, 

" Behold the Lamb of God." 

A. Grassman. 

(891.) 336.* t. 11. 

| BLEST are they, supremely blest. 
| Who, of Jesus' grace possess'd, 

Cleave to him by living faith, 
| Till they shall resign their breath. 
1 2. One with Christ their HeaJ 

they share 
j Happiness beyond compare; 
j Since on him their hopes they build . 

He is their reward and shield. 

3. Tho' all earthly joys be fled, 
i If in him they trust indeed, 
IHe will be their constant friend,. 

And protect them to the end. 

4. If to Jesus they appeal, 
When their faith and courage fail. 
He assures them of his love, 
Doth their strength in weakness 

prove. 

5. They who simply to him cleave. 
From his fulness grace receive : 
And throughout their mortal days 
Their employment is his praise. 

6. Jesus wipes away their tears, 
And their drooping spirits cheers ; 
They in truth, with heart and voice. 
Evermore in him rejoice. 

J. G Wolf. 



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HAPPINESS OP 



(393.) 337. t. 590. 

JESUS, whose hands once pierc'd 

with nails 
Were stretch'd upon the wood, 
Out of whose wounds in plenteous 
Flow'd the atoning blood ; (streams 
How safely rests a weary child 
Who keeps the Lord in view ; 
Let unbelief say what it will, 
This is for ever true. 

2. The more the Lamb of God we 

view. 
The more we walk in light ; 
His gracious presence doth dispel 
Sin's dark and dismal night : 
The cheering beams, which Christ 

the Sun 
Of righteousness displays, 
Enkindle many a lifeless heart, 
And love unfeigned raise. 

3. Is there a thing that moves and 
A heart as hard as stone, (breaks 
That warms a heart as cold as ice ; 
'Tis Jesus' blood alone : 

This precious balm ran truly cheer, 
And heal the wounded soul ; 
W r hat multitudes of broken hearts 
This stream of life makes whole. 
±. Hark, O my soul, what sing the 

choirs 
Around the glorious throne 1 
" The Lamb was slain," for ever- 
Sounds in the sweetest tone ; (more 
The elders there cast down their 
And all, in endless day (crowns 
Sing praise to him who shed his 

blood, 
And wash'd their guilt away. 
5. This, while on earth, we will 
Cheerful in our degree, (declare, 
That thro' Christ's all-atoning 
Each soul may happy be : (blood 



But thou, O Lord, make every day 
Thy grace to us more sweet, 
Till we behold thy pierced side, 
And worship at thy feet. 

Schlicht. 

(394.) 338. t. 132. 

OH, if the Lamb had not been 
To save us from perdition, (slain, 
And everlasting life to gain, 
What had been our condition ? 
But since in him poor sinners find 
A friend so faithful, true, and kind* 
We cannot but be happy. 

2. With all our errors and mistakes- 
He bears, and loves us dearly ; 

A contrite soul he ne'er forsakes, 
That follows him sincerely : 
When the whole heart to him is 

giv'n, 
We have a foretaste here of heaven. 
In fellowship with Jesus. 

3. When we have fail'd and deeply 
That we the Spirit grieved, (mourn, 
And to our Lord for comfort turn, 
We quickly are relieved : (shame, 
Whene'er we say, with humble 
" Lord Jesus, I have been to blame,'* 
He saith, " Thou art forgiven." 

4. As pardon'd sinners we rejoice 
With Jesus' congregation ; 
Above all other things we prize 
His bitter death and passion ; 
His wounds, his tears and bloody 

sweat 
We bear in mind, nor can forget 
His unexampled mercy. 

J. Onuiek, 

(395.) 339. T. 115 

O HAPPY days, days marked with 

solid blessing, (friend below f, 

In converse spent with our best 



CHILDREN OF GOD. 



117 



Then streams of heavenly comfort, 
rich, unceasing, (merits flow ; 
To us from Jesus' wounds and 
Thus we for his appearance wait : 
When we shall rest with him, our 
joy will be complete. 

2. Meanwhile our lot is fall'n in 

pleasant places, 
A goodly heritage we have indeed ; 
The Lamb to follow and show forth 

his praises, (to tread : 

And in his footsteps with his flock 
May we, by nothing drawn aside, 
Maintain our part with him and 

with his chosen bride. 

3. Accept us as we are, tho' poor 

and needy, (grace ; 

O Lord, and sanctify us by thy 
That we, as vessels for thy use 

made ready, (place, 

May glorify thy name in every 
And care in true simplicity, 
As thine espoused souls, for what 

belongs to thee. 

4. How precious are thy thoughts, 

beloved Saviour, 
Thy thoughts of peace o'er us, the 
sum how great ! (favour, 

Already here we in thy sight find 
In thy sweet nearness heaven an- 
ticipate i 
And oh, what bliss awaits us there, 
Where we with the redeem'd shall 
in thy glory share. 

5. But since the pure in heart 

alone inherit (sweet ; 

Those promises so precious and so 
From all defilement of the flesh 

and spirit (service meet : 

Cleanse us, and make us for thy 
That we ourselves to thee may 

yield, (ofusfulfill'd. 

Till thy whole counsel be in each 



1(396.) 340. t. 594 or 184. 

! WHAT peace divine, unutterable, 
| When we with Christ our God 
converse ! (able, 

jNo angel's tongue to express is 
| What feels a sinner free from 
curse : (ing, 

| Such bliss to enjoy in all its mean- 
Implies, our sinful hearts to know, 
! And, by the Holy Spirit's training. 
Before the cross of Christ to bow. 

2. From him true heavenly life de- 

riving, (each stain. 

With cleansing power from sin's 
Partakers of his grace reviving, 
Within us all is born again : 
We hunger then for food celestial. 
We thirst for life's exhaustless 
stream ; (terrestrial. 

And wean'd from love of things 
We find in Christ our bhss su- 
preme. 

3. Thrice happy they, who by ex- 

perience (death to life ; 

Have known this change from 
Who look to him with faith and 

patience, (strife : 

While pilgrims in this world of 
His blood-bought grace and full 

salvation (low ; 

Their solace prove, while here be- 
And, when complete their faith's 

probation, 
To see his face with joy they go. 



341. 



t. 14. 



IF Christ is mine, then all is mine. 
And more than angels know ; 
Both present things, and things to 
And grace, and glory too. [come, 
2. If he is mine, then though he 
He never will forsake : [frown 



118 



HAPPINESS OF CHILDREN OF GOD. 



His chastisements all work for 

good, 
And but his love bespeak. 

3. If he is mine, I need not fear 
The rage of earth and hell ; 

He will support my feeble frame, 
And all their power repel. 

4. If he is mine, let friends for- 
And earthly comforts flee, [sake, 
He, the dispenser of all good, 

Is more than all to me. 

5. If he is mine, unharm'd I pass 
Thro' death's tremendous vale, 
He'll be my comfort and my stay, 
When heart and flesh shall fail. 

6. Let Christ assure me he is mine, 
I nothing want beside ; 

My soul shall at the fountain live, 
When all the streams are dried. 

Beddome. 

(398.) 342. t. 14. 

AMAZING grace, (how sweet the 
sound !) 

That sav'd a wretch like me ; 
I once was lost, but now am found, 

Was blind, but now I see. 

2. 'Twas grace that taught my 

heart to fear, 
And grace my fears reliev'd ; 
How precious did that grace appear 
The hour I first believ'd. 

3. Thro' many dangers, toils, and 

snares, 
I am already come; 
'Tis grace hath brought me safe 

thus far, 
And grace will lead me home 

4. The Lord hath promis'd good to 
His word my hope secures ; (rne, 

He will my shield and portion be 
A 8 long as life endures. 



5. Yes, when this flesh and heart 
shall fail, 
xAnd mortal life shall cease, 
I shall possess within the veil 
A life of joy and peace. 

J. Newton. 

(399.) 343.* r. 97. 

MY All in all, my faithful Friend, 
Upon whose mercy I depend ; 
Thau aught in earth or heaven 
more dear; (year; 

My paschal Lamb from year to 
My Shield, my Rock, my Polar- 
star, my Guide, (abide. 
Thou art my God, and ever shalt 

2. When doubts and fears a 
gloomy band, 

Beset my soul on every hand ; 

When fails my strength, and rea- 
son's light 

Appears immers'd in darkest night, 

Thee, the great Counsellor, I still 
can trace, (and grace. 

Unsearchable in wisdom, power, 

3. Since thou to me didst being 

give, 
And bid me for thy service live, 
Mete thou my few remaining 

hours, (powers: 

Thy stafT support my failing 
Inspire each thought and word, and 

let my race (face. 

Be run in righteousness before thy 

4. And should I longer journey 

here, 
O grant me oft, the way to cheer, 
To view from Calvary's sacred 

brow (Thou ; 

Fair Salem's towers, whose builder 
That city, where thou dwell'st as 

Lamb and light : (affright. 
Thus shall no danger my weak soul 



GRATITUDE FOR OUR SALVATION. 



119 



$. When, all my labours o'er, in 

faith 
Upon the merits of thy death, 
I numbly claim the free reward, 
Purchas'd by thee, my gracious 

Lord ; 
Ev'n then, thou know'st, my glory 

and my crown 
Thou, Jesus, shalt abide, and thou 

alone. 

^inzendorf. 



(40L) 



344. t. 205. 



HAPPINESS, delightful name, 
Where may it be found, O where ? 
Learning, pleasure, wealth, and 

fame, 
All confess, It is not here : — ■ 
Jesus crucified to know, 
This is happiness below ; 
Him to see, adore, and love, 
This is happiness above. 



(402.) 345.* t. 4. 

DEAR Lord, when I trace 
The offers of grace 
Received from thee, (infancy: 

Thy drawings of love from my first 

2. I fall at thy feet-, 
Thy mercy's so great, 
I'm lost in amaze : 

Thy love and forbearance all 
thought far surpass. 

3. I now wish to be 
Devoted to thee 

Who for me hast died (thee abide. 

O grant I may serve thee, and in 

Zinzendorf. 

(403.) 346.* t. 33. 

OREJOIOE,Christ's happy sheep; 
For your shepherd will for ever 
You, his flock, in safety keep ; 
You are objects of his favour : 
Only fast unto him cleave, 
You he'll ne'er forsake nor leave. 



XX. GRATITUDE FOR OUR SALVATION. 



(404.) 



347. 



t. 119. 



THANKS and praise,:]: 
Jesus, unto thee are due ; 
O accept our adoration 
For the blessings, which accrue 
From thy human life and passion: 
May our hearts and lips with one 
accord 

Praise thee, Lord. :|j; 
2. For thy death :|: 
Thou art worthy, Lamb of God, 
That our lives and whole demeanor 
Praise thee, yea, each drop of blood 



Be devoted to thy honour, 
And our souls uninterruptedly 

Cleave to thee. :}|: 
Louisa v. Hayn, 

3. O how great :|J: 

Are the blessings we derive 
From the fulness of our Saviour : 
They who him by faith receive, 
And desire to taste his favour, 
From this source may freely take 
always 

Grace for grace. : || : 

4. Ah remain, :|J: 

Ah remain our highest good i 



120 



GRATITUDE FOR 



In our hearts, dear suffering Sa- 
viour, 

Shed thy dying love abroad ; 

This will rule our whole behaviour ; 

And our love inflame, till we shall 

be. Lord, with thee. : }| : 

Tranecker. 

(405.) 348.* t. 14. 

O JESUS, for thy matchless love 
Accept our warmest praise ; 

Since thou didst leave thy throne 
To save a sinful race. (above, 

2. Thanks for thy sufferings, tears, 

and cries, 
And groans in thy distress : 
The source of never-fading joys 
And endless happiness. 

3. Thanks for thy thirst, O Prince 

of peace, 
When hanging on the tree : 
What a divine refreshment this 
To souls athirst for thee. 

4. Thanks for thy last heart-pier- 
And meritorious death: (cing cry, 

Grant we may all on thee rely, 
And live a life of faith. z. 

(406.) 349. t. 14. 

TO our Redeemer's glorious name 
Awake the sacred song : 

O may his love (immortal flame !) 
Tune every heart and tongue. 

2. His love what angel's thought 

can reach 1 
What mortal's tongue display 1 
Imagination's utmost stretch 
In wonder dies away. 

3. He left his radiant throne on high, 
Left the bright realms of bliss, 

And came on earth to bleed and die ; 
Was ever love like this \ 



4. Dear Lord, while we adoring pay 
Our humble thanks to thee, 

May every heart with rapture say, 
" The Saviour died for me." 

5. O may the sweet, the blissful 

theme 
Fill every heart and tongue, 
Till strangers love thy charming 
And join the sacred song, (name, 
J. M. Steele, 

(407.) 350. t. 167. 

SING with humble hearts your 

praises 

For our Saviour's boundless grace ; 
Pay due homage to Christ Jesus, 
Come with thanks before his face : 
Praise him for his death and bleed- 
All our happiness lies there ; (ing, 
Praise him for his gracious leading, 
Praise your faithful Shepherd's care. 

2. Praise for every scene distressing. 
Praise for all thou didst endure, 
Praise for every gift and blessing 
Which thy griefs for us procure : 
In thy ransom'd congregation 
Shall thy death our theme remain. 
Till thoucom'st with full salvation, 
Lord of glory, Lamb once slain. 

3. Thou, to purchase our salvation* 
Didst assume humanity ; 

Jesus, for thy bitter passion 
May we ever thankful be : 
Fill'd with awe and humbly bowing. 
At thy feet we prostrate fall, 
Gratefully this truth avowing, 
That thou art our All in all. 

J. Miller 

(409.) 351. t. 185. 

DEAREST Jesus, in this world a 
How delightful 'tis to me (stranger. 
To behold thee, lying in a manger. 
In the deepest poverty *, 



OUR SALVATION. 



121 



How do I rejoice to see my Maker, 
Of my human nature a partaker, 
Urg'd by love, forsake his throne, 
For my sins by death to atone. 

2. He's my God, my flesh and bone, 

my Brother, 
Born to suffer death for me ; (other, 
He's my Saviour, I will know none j 
He my All in all shall be : 
I confess with joy and exultation,; 
From his birth, his life, and bitter 

passion 
All my hopes and joys arise ; 
Him above all else I prize. 

3. Oh, what comfort flows, as from 
When I.by hisSpirit led (a fountain, i 
To Gethsemane & Calvary's moun- ; 
See my Saviour in my stead (tain, 
Suffering, bleeding, on the cross! 

expiring, (quiring ; 

Life, and peace, and rest for me ac-; 
Then his merits are applied 
To my heart : for me he died. 

(412.) 352.* t. 590.; 

WHAT strikes, O wounded Lamb; 

My soul so sensibly 1 (of God, j 
' Tis when I view the fervent love, 

That brought thee down to die ; i 
And feel that from thy precious 

So freely shed for me, (blood, 
Flows all my happiness in time 

And in eternity. 

2. This grace, as long as life shall 
I humbly will proclaim ; (last, 

Ev'n I, a sinner void of good, 
Who dust and ashes am : 

1 Tis deeply rooted in my heart, 
Eras'd it ne'er shall be, 

That by thy meritorious death 
Thou hast redeemed me. 

3. Thy mercy may I ne'er forget, 
While here below I stay : 



I'm lost in wonder and amaze, 
When I thy goodness weigh, 

That I, poor sinner, am become 
A child of thine through grace, 

And being thine, a joyful heir 
Of ceaseless happiness. 

4. With contrite tears I thee adore, 
And thank for mercy free ; 

I'll in my walk show forth thy praise 
Ev'n in my small degree : — 

If thou support me with thy aid, 
As my most gracious Lord, 

The imperfect service which I yield, 
Will joy to thee afford. 

5. Whenever my frail nature 

swerves 
Beyond the proper bounds, 
Thou know'st, O Lord, what pain it 
gives, 
How grievously it wounds : 
With eager haste I therefore flee, 

And safely wish to hide 
Within thy wounds, O Christ my 
And in those clefts abide, (rock, 

6. O thou who to redeem my soul 
Didst on the cross expire, 

Grant I may love thee in return : 
Be this my fix'd desire, 

Henceforth no more to cherish self, 
But to thy praise to live 

Who lovedst me, and out of love 
Thyself for me didst give. 

7. Thy sufferings then, and bitter 
My heart shall e'er retain; (death, 

And earnestly I'll shun thro' grace 
Whatever gives thee pain : 

For nothing now, which this vain 
Can offer or devise, (world 

Can yield me any further joy, 
Nought but my ransom-price. 

8. For ever then remain engrav'd 
Deep in my heart's recess ; 



%m 



GRATITUDE FOR 



Thee whom I wish in love in truth, 

O may my mouth confess : 
Orant that each sheep within thy 
fold 
Thy mark impress'd may bear, 
Until thou at the judgment-day 
In glory shalt appear. 

Anna Nitschmann. 



(413.) 



353. 



T.151. 



BEHOLD, my soul, thy Saviour 

Pours out his life and blood, 
Thee to restore to favour, 

And reconcile to God : 
His death thy guilt erases, 

His stripes give thee relief: 
Rise then, and sing his praises 

Who turns to joy thy grief. 

"2. How is my soul delighted, 

Tho' shame o'erspreads my face, 
When I, by faith excited, 

The Lamb of God can trace 
. In all his bitter passion, 

Till, dying on the tree, 
He bore my condemnation, 

And gained life for me. 

3. I see him in the garden 
Shed floods of bitter tears, 

Sinking beneath the burden ; 

I hear his anxious prayers : 
I see him pine and languish, 

As on the ground he lay, 
"Till thro' his pores in anguish 

The blood-sweat forc'd its way. 

4. I fully am assured 
My Saviour loveth me, 

By all he hath endured 

In his great agony : (rows, 

His back plough'd deep with fur- 

His side pierc'd with a spear, 
And unexampled sorrows, 

His boundless love declare. 



ft. My favourite theme is Jesus, 

All else I count but loss ; 
His love all thought surpasses, 

Ah, view him on the cross ; 
Thence hope and consolation 

I freely can derive; 
Were he not my salvation, 

I could not bear to live. 

6. Near Jesus' cross I tarry, 
On him I fix mine eyes, 

Behold him spent and weary, 

A bleeding sacrifice : 
In heaven of his glory 

I shall obtain a sight, 
But here his suffering beauty 

Remains my chief delight. 

7. What undeserved favour 
To me has Jesus shown ; 

Might I recline for ever 
Upon his breast like John : 

' Tis my heart's inclination, 
Like Mary oft to sit, 

Until my consummation, 
Lord, at thy pierced feet. 

8. In my forlorn condition 
Thou, Lord, didst me receive ; 

Thou savedst from perdition 
My soul, and bad'st me live : 

With inward spirit's ardour 
I thank thee for thy grace ; 

Thyself this heavenly fervour 
Of love to thee increase. 

Praetorius, &c. 

(414.) 354 * t. 146. 

LORD Jesus, who for me 

Hast endless bliss obtained, 
And as thy property 

My soul by blood regained ; 
Accept a weeping eye, 

A warm and grateful heart ; 
Tho' a thank-offering poor, 

Yet take it in good part* 



OUR SALVATION. 



123 



2. Jesus, thy dying love, 

And thy blood-bought salvation, 
By day and night shall prove 

My favourite meditation : 
While I commune with thee, 

As though before mine eyes 
I saw thee bodily ; 

My faith this vivifies. 

3. I look to Golgotha, 

For me I view thee languish, 
And melt like wax away 

Before thy pain and anguish; 
By faith I see God's wrath 

In what on thee did fall, 
The fountain too and bath 

For my offences all. 

4. Most gracious God and Lord, 
Mankind's almighty Saviour, 

Worthy to be ador'd 

By all, both now and ever : 
Those souls are bless'd indeed 

Who thee embrace by faith, 
As thou for us wast laid 

Low in the dust of death. 

5. In thee I trust by faith, 
Jesus, my God and Saviour ; 

On thy atoning death 

My soul shall feed for ever : 

Thy sufferings shall remain 
Deep on my heart impress'd, 

Thou son of God and man, 

Till I with thee shall rest. z. 



(416.) 



355.* 



t. 146. 



WE sinners, void of good, 

Defil'd by sin and stained, 
Yet bought with Jesus' blood, 

Who our salvation gained, 
As helpless, vile, and poor, 

Appear before his face, 
And humbly him adore 

For our blest lot of grace. 



2. When we thy mercy weigh, 
How nails and scourges tore thee, 

Our debt immense to pay, 

We melt in tears before thee : 

Thy pain, thy stripes, and wounds. 
Thy death,thou slaughter'dLamb, 

Whence all our bliss redounds, 
Our grateful praises claim. 

3. Eternal thanks be thine, 
Author of our salvation : 

Thou didst our hearts incline 
To accept thy invitation ; 

We are thy property, 
O may we thine abide ; 

This is our only plea, 

That thou for us hast died. 

4. Might with an iron pen 
This truth divine be graven, 

For sinners Christ was slain, 
To purchase life and heaven : 

Unwearied we prolong, 
And joyfully repeat 

The blessed gospel-song ; 
'Tis ever new and sweet. 

Abr. v. Gtersdorf. 



(418.) 



356* 



t. 15. 



THY blood, thy blood the deed 

hath wrought, 
That won me for thee, Saviour ; 
Else had I never on thee thought, 
Nor come to thee for ever. 

2. Tho' I'm a sinful creature still, 
I have a full exemption (quell 
From serving sin, since thou didst 
Its power by thy redemption. 

3. I feel how much in debt I am, 
This makes me oft ashamed ; 
Yet as thy purchase, slaughtered 
I am through mercy claimed. (Lamb, 

4. O let me thee behold in faith, 
As thou for me wast wounded ; 



124 



GRATITUDE FOR 



And trust in thy atoning death, 
Whereon my bliss is grounded. 

5. Thy mercy ne'er from me re- 
But under thy direction (move, 
Let me experience, while I live 
On earth, thy kind protection. 

6. May this each day be my em- 
The fruits of thy blest passion (ploy, 
Still more completely to enjoy, 
And taste thy great salvation : — 

7. Till I shall once behold thy face 
In endless bliss and glory, 

And for the wonders of thy grace 
With humble thanks adore thee. 
Abr. v. Gersdorf. 

(420.) 357. t. 141. 

LAMB of God beloved, 

Once for sinners slain, 
Thankful we remember 

What thou didst sustain; 
Nothing thee incited 

But unbounded grace, 
To bear condemnation 

In the sinner's place. 

2. I with sacred sorrow 
View Mount Calvary ; 

But my soul rejoices 

O'er thy death for me : 
Since thou by thy passion 

Didst for me atone, 
Take me as an offering ; 

Thine I'll be alone. 

3. In thy wounds, O Jesus, 
I have found true peace ; 

Thou in all distresses 

Art my hiding-place : 
Unto thee I'll ever 

Look with humble faith, 
And rejoice, and glory 

In thy wounds and death. 

4. I unworthy sinner 
Lie before thy throne ; 



Tho' I scarce am able 

To express, I own, 
All my wants, dear Saviour, 

Yet thou know'st them well ; 
Now in me the counsel 

Of thy love fulfil. Cenniek. 

(421.) 358. t. 341. 

'Tis done, my God hath died, 
My love is crucified ! 
Break, this stony heart of mine ; 
Pour, my eyes, a ceaseless flood ; 
Feel, my soul, the pangs divine; 
Catch, my heart, the issuing blood. 

2. To love thee, Lord, — ah, this 
Ev'n here is heavenly bliss : 
With thy love my heart inspire, 
There by faith for ever dwell ; 
This I always will desire, 
Nothing but thy love to feel. 

3. He bore the curse of all, 
A spotless criminal : 

Burden'd with our crimes and guilt, 
Blacken'd with imputed sin, 
Man to save, his blood he spilt ; 
Died, to make the sinner clean. 

4. Join earth and heaven to bless 
The Lord our righteousness; 
Sinn'd we All and died in One, 
Just in One we All are made; 
Christ the law fulfill'd alone, 
Died for all, for all obey'd. 

5. In him complete I shine, 
His death, his life is mine; 
Fully am I justified ; 

Free from sin, and more than free; 
Guiltless, since for me he died, 
Righteous, since he rose for me. 

6. Jesus, to thee I bow, 
Approach thee humbly now : 
O the depths of love divine ! 
Who thy wisdom's stores can tell? 



OUR SALVATION. 



125 



Knowledge infinite is thine, 
All thy ways unsearchable. 

C. Wesley. 

359. t. 14. 

I LOVE the Lord f he lent an ear, 
When I for help implor'd ; 

He rescu'd me from all my fear, 
Therefore, I love the Lord. 

2. Return, my soul, unto thy rest : 
From God no longer roam ; 

His hand hath bountifully blest; 
His goodness calls -thee home. 

3. What shall I render unto thee, 
My Saviour in distress ! 

For all thy benefits to me, 
So great and numberless I 

4. This will I do, for thy love's sake, 
And thus thy power proclaim : 

Salvation's sacred cup I take, 
And call upon thy name. 

5. Thou God of covenanted grace ! 
Hear, and record my vow, 

While in thy courts I seek thy face, 
And at thine altar bow : — 

6. Henceforth myself to thee I give, 
With single heart and eye, 

To walk before thee while I live, 
And bless thee when I die. 

J. Montgomery. 







360. 



t. 205. 



LAMB of God, thy precious blood, 
Healing wounds and bitter death, 
Be our trust, — our only boast, 
Blessed object of our faith : 
Thy once marred countenance 
Comfort to our hearts dispense ; 
By thy anguish, stripes, and pain, 
May we life and strength obtain 
2. We adore — thee evermore, 
Jesus, for thy boundless grace ; 
For thy crosa, — whereby for us 



Thou hast gain'd true happiness ; 
For thy death, which sets us free 
From sin's cruel slavery ; 
For thy all-atoning blood, (God. 
Which hath brought us nigh to 

3. What can we — now give to thee ? 
For thy unexampled love 1 
We're unclean — and full of sin, 
Till thou dost our guilt remove: 
Is aught good in us, we own 
'Tis not ours, but thine alone ; 
Unto us belongeth shame 5 , 

But all glory to thy name. 

4. Thro' thy grace, may we always 
Put our trust in thee by faith, 
And rely — eternally 

On thy meritorious death: 
Fill our hearts with constant peace. 
Till in thee we end our race, 
And shall thee for evermore 
'Midst the ransom'd hosts adore. 

Countess Z. & Spangenberg, 

(424.) 361. t. 159. 

I'M overcome with humble shame, 
And blushes fill my face, 
When 1 behold the suffering Lamb, 
And when my faith can trace 
How Jesus paid my ransom price, 
And gave himself a sacrifice ; 
My gracious Saviour, near to thee 
I ever wish to be. 

2. 'Tis then with happy John I view 
His body mark'd with scars ; 
Like Mary I his feet bedew 
With floods of sinner-tears : • 
I'm struck with this most charm- 
ing sight, 

The Lamb of God is my delight ; 
The glory of the Trinity 
In him by faith I see. 

3. Free from the noisy, busy crowd, 
Here would I ever stay, 



126 



GRATITUDE FOR 



And live in union with my God, 
With Jesus night and day ; 
Extolling his unbounded love, 
Till to his presence I remove, 
And there in higher notes of praise 
My Hallelujahs raise. 

Kendall H. B. 

(425.) 362. t. 166. 

WHAT praise unto the Lamb is 

due ! 
How should this theme our souls 

inspire, 
When we his boundless love re- 
view, 
And see him on the cross expire : 
Who can describe how much he 

lov'd, (zeal, 

Or paint that strong and fervent 
With which his tender heart was 

mov'd, (hell. 

When he sustain' d the pangs of 
Z. Beside him we will nothing 

know, (loss : 

All things account for him but 
Our hearts with love to him shall 

glow, 
We'll glory only in his cross : 
He is the hungry sinner's food, 
His goodness we desire to taste ; 
When we enjoy his flesh and blood, 
It proves to us a heavenly feast. 
3. Thy wounds present to our 

faith's eye ; 
Their influence shed within our 

breast ; 
Lord, let no stranger with thee vie, 
Let sin be wholly dispossess'd : 
Free from the law's condemning 

power, 
By grace alone we wish to live ; 
Grace must support us every hour, 
Fsvith can alone the victory give. 
DeLamotte. 



(426.) 



363. 



t. 16. 



SWEET the moment, rich in bless- 
Which before the cross I spend;(ing f 
Life, and health, and peace possess- 
From the sinner's dying Friend. (ing 

2. Here I'll sit for ever viewing 
Mercy's streams,in streams of blood; 
Precious drops my soul bedewing, 
Plead and claim my peace with God . 

3. Truly blessed is this station, 
Low before his cross to lie ; 
While I see divine compassion 
Beaming from his languid eye. 

4. Here it is I find my heaven, 
While upon the cross I gaze ; 
Love I much'? I've much forgiven, 
I'm a miracle of grace. 

5. Love and grief my heart dividing. 
With my tears his feet I'll bathe ; 
Constant still in faith abiding, 
Life deriving from his death. 

6. May I still enjoy this feeling, 
In all need to Jesus go ; (healing. 
Prove his wounds each day more 
And himself more fully know. 

R. of Camb, 



(430.) 



3(54.* 



t. 185. 



IF tome experience had not proved. 
What surpasses human thought, 
That my Saviour, by compassion 

moved, 
With his blood my pardon bought, 
I had spent my days in anxious 

grieving; (lievin£ 

But, to him be praise, I now, be- 
In my Lord, by faith receive (give. 
Comfort, which the world can't 
*2. O what blessings are from Jesus' 
And atonin g death deriv'd; (paseioii 
I refuse all other consolation, 



OUR SALVATION. 



127 



[f of these I am depriv'd : (dew me, 
But no sooner doth his blood be- 
And impart its healing virtue to me, 
Than my soul, tho' sunk in grief, 
Is restored, and finds relief. 
3. When my Jesus from the cross 

complacent 
Casts on me a look of love, 
Grateful tears flow down my cheeks 

incessant. 
All my soft affections move ; (ed, 
Could I, with a mind of earth divest- 
By all worldly cares quite unmo- 
lested, 
Be engag'd with him alone, 
Then were heaven on earth begun 
C. R. v. Z. 

(432.) 865,* t. 205. 

ALL the bliss — which we possess, 
Is deriv'd from Jesus' cross ; 
He to God — hath by his blood 
Recon«il'd and saved us : 
Now his righteousness is found 
Our salvation's only ground ; 
Hence all our felicity 
Springs, here and eternally. 
2. Amen, yea, — Hallelujah ; 
Lord, our comfort, joy, and peace, 
By thy cross — thou gain 'dst for us 
Everlasting happiness : 
Since the effects we richly prove 
Of this wondrous act of love f 
With what gratitude should we 
Raise our hearts and eyes to thee. 
Countess Z. and Gr. 

(433.; 366. t. 14. 

HOW can I view the slaughtered 
Lamb, 
And all his sufferings trace, 
And not sink down with humble 
shame. 
And give him thanks a»d praise. 



2. This, Lord, I do with many tears,. 
And own, with wonder fill'd, 

Thy stripes and shame, thy grief* 
and prayers 
Made me thy pardon'd child, 

3. Still be thy wounds to me more 

dear, 
More precious every day : 
Til! I at thy pierc'd feet appear, 
DressM in thy bright array. 

J. Cennk-k 



(434.) 



867.* 



t. 14 



THE impression of what Christ 

my friend 
Hath done for worthless me, 
When he his life and blood did 
spend, 
Attend me constantly. 
2. O may I humbly onward move,. 

While dying here I stay ; 
And Jesus, whom unseen I love, 
Prepare me for his day. 

C. R. v. Z 

368. T. 11 

WHEN on Sinai's top I see 
God descend in majesty, 
To proclaim his holy law, 
All my spirit sinks with awe. 

2. When in ecstacy sublime, 
Tabor's glorious steep I climb, 
At the too transporting light, 
Darkness rushes o'er my sight- 

3. When on Calvary I rest, 
God, in flesh made manifest. 
Shines in my Redeemer's face, 
Full of beauty, truth and grace, 

4. Here I would for ever stay, 

i Weep and gaze my soul away ; 
iThou art heaven on earth to me> 
i Lovely > mournful Calvary. 

J. Montgomery 



128 

(436.) 369.* t. 79. 

TIME'S undefin'd dimensions, 
Eternity's expansions, 
Have fiird my soul with awe ; 
But nothing e'er so struck me, 
As when God's Spirit took me 
To that great sight on Golgotha. 
C. R. v. z. 



LOVE OF JESUS. 



(437.) 



370.* 



t. 228. 



SING Hallelujah, honour, praise ; 
Your grateful lauds to Jesus raise, 
O favour'd congregation : 
For he became a sacrifice, 
And paid in blood our ransom- 
price, 



Procuring our salvation ; 

Holy, — happy 

Is our union — and communion 

With our Saviour ; 

Blessed be his name for ever. 

Darmstadt H. B. 

2. O how enraptur'd is my heart, 
That in my Jesus I have part ; 
He is my only treasure : 
May I for evermore abide 
A member of his chosen bride, 
And live unto his pleasure : 
Oh, I — have joy, 
At the favour, — that my Saviour, 
Here already, 

Join'd me to the Church his body. 

z. 



XXI. LOVE OF JESUS. 



(439.) 371.* t. 97. 

THOU Source of love, thou sin- 
ner's Friend, 
Thy mercy who can comprehend 1 
Who ever can presume to say 
He lov'd, ere thou hadst shown 

the way 1 
Thou who hast lov'd us from eter- 
nity, 
Dost raise within us genuine love 

to thee. 
2. Such unexampled, boundless 

grace 
Doth fill our souls with deep amaze, 
That God, who earth and heaven 

made, 
8hould be in human flesh array'd, 
Thereby to save lost man from 

death and hell, 
W ho did so basely 'gainst his Lord 
rebel. 



3. Thy love, which always is the 

same, (flame 

Can ev'n the coldest hearts in- 
Yea, they must feel a kindling ray, 
Dissolve in tears and melt away : 
Thy mercy, Lord, is such an end- 
less store, (adore. 
Man's reason here must silently 

4. However weak and helpless we, 
However powerful sin may be, 
Thou art our strength in every case; 
Thro' thy support and aiding grace 
We firmly trust that we shall con- 
querors prove, (above. 

Since thou dost give us victory from 

5. Lo, we fall down with filial fear, 
Conscious that thou art present 

here ; 
We humbly laud thy saving name. 
We sink, abas'd with humble 

6hame, 



LOVE OF JESUS. 



129 



Almighty God, before thy glorious 

throne, (viour own. 

And thee our only Lord and Sa- 

6. Reach out thy sceptre, King of 

love, 
Let us thy royal favour prove, 
Who, conscious of our indigence, 
Approach thy throne with confi- 
dence ; (to glow, 

teach our lips to praise, our hearts 
Our eyes with grateful tears to 

overflow. Countess Z. 

(440.) 372.* t. 97. 

WHOM, dear Redeemer, dost thou 

love 1 (prove ? 

What doth thy highest pleasure 

Whom dost thou favour, cheer, and 

bless, 
And call to endless happiness T 
Thou, who art holy, great, un- 
changeable, (manuel 1 
The mighty God, yet our Im- 

2. The answer humble thanks doth 

claim, (shame : 

And fills our souls with conscious 
" I love thee, sinner ; come to me, 

1 will receive thee graciously ; 
Tho' thou be sinful, ready to de- 
spair, (glory share." 

Thou shalt my pardon, help, and 

3. What wonder in the soul takes 

place, (grace ; 

When we swrvey thy boundless 
For ah ! to know our evil heart, 
And thy great name, and what thou 

art, (cious prove, 

And yet to find thee still so gra- 
This makes us sink abas'd with 

shame and love. 

4. We all know who and what we 

are, 
And all with one consent declare, 
11 



That in ourselves no good we find 
To move thee, Lord, to be so kind : 
Yet many here with inward rap- 
ture feel (seal. 
Thy Spirit's unction and assuring 

5. O ground us deeper still in thee, 
And let us thy true followers be ; 
And when of thee we testify, 
Fill thou our souls with heavenly 

joy : (inspire, 

May thy bless'd Spirit all our souls 
And set each cold and lifeless heart 

on fire. 

6. Our souls and bodies. Lord, 
prepare, (bear ; 

That we rich fruit for thee may 
Grant we may live unto thy praise, 
And serve thy cause with faithful- 
ness : (wish and aim, 
Since grace and truth are our heart's 
O glorify in us thy saving name. 
CQuntes-s / . 

(442.) 373.* t. 79. 

GRACIOUS Redeemer, who for us 
Didst die upon the shameful cross 

To save our souls from deatk, 
W r e humbly at thy feet fall down, 
1 And thee thy body's Saviour own, 
I On whom we firmly trust by faith. 

2. Weak, helpless babes, 'tis true, 
} we are, (clear ; 
| Poor sinners, but from guilt made 

The virtue of that blood, 
| Which did for ail our sins atone, 
|W T e have experienc'd, and have 
known (of God. 

From thence the quickening power 

3. W 7 e, deeply bow'd, can nought 
reply, 

But at thy pierced feet we lie, 

Astonish'd at thy grace, 
The;, vile and wretched as we are. 



130 LOVE OF JESUS 

Such undeserved love we share 

To thee is due eternal praise. 

4. When we thy boundless love 

survey, 
Our hearts like wax then melt away, 

Our eyes with tears o'erflow; 
We are determin'd nought beside 
To know, but Jesus crucified, 
And him to follow here below. 

A. Nitschman 

374.* 



(443.) 



t. 79. 



CHRIST, my Redeemer, Lord, and 

God, 
How came I, sinner void of good, 

To that bless'd company 
Of ransom 'd souls, who are in faith 
United, grounded on thy death ? 
Why didst thou fix thy choice on 
me 1 

2. To thee, with guilt oppress'd, I 

cried : (supplied ; 

My prayers were heard, my wants 

My heart devoid of faith, 
Unfeeling, dead in sins before. 
Now quicken'd by thy mighty pow- 
er, (death 
Glows with love's ardour for thy 

3. Tho' I to mercy had no right, 
Yet I found favour in thy sight, 

Like Magdalen at thy feet ; 
So that I now, supremely blest, 
In thee have found true peace and 

rest. 
Yea, happiness and joy complete. 
C. ft. v. Z. 

(444.) 375.* t. 132. 

THE Lord my Shepherd i3 and 

Guide, 
Who kindly doth direct me ; 
For all my wants he will provide, 
From dangers will protect me : 



He leads me to a pasture-ground, 
Where for my soul rich food isfound, 
The word of his salvation. 

2. He guides my soul to living 
springs, 

W r here sweetly I'm refreshed ; 
His Spirit joy and comfort brings 
To me whene'er abashed : 
He leads me in the blessed way 
Of his commandments, day by day, 
To his name's praise and glory. 

3. A table for me he prepares, 
My soul enjoys his favour ; 

And, thus secur'd, no enemy dares 
My God and me to sever; 
My heart his Holy Spirit cheers, 
And changeth all my grief and fears 
To joys unutterable. 

4. His goodness and his mercies ail 
Will follow me for ever ; 

And I'll maintain my proper call 
To cleave to my dear Saviour, 
And to his congregation here ; 
And when call'd home, I shall live 

there 
With Christ, my soul's Redeemer. 
W. Mosel. 

(445.) 376.* t. 36. 

THY thoughts of peace o'er me, 

my gracious Saviour, 
Thy mercy, love, and patienee, 

which ne'er waver, 
These are my comfort, prompt me lo 

prostration, 

And adoration. 
2. I am the chief of sinners, yea, 

the poorest 
Of those, whom of thy favour thou 

assurest ; 
Yet blessings on all sides I see 

abounding. 

My soul surrounding. 



LOVE OF JESUS. 



131 



3. Hadst thou not sought me first 

and follow'd ever, (thy favour; 

I had not come to thee, nor known 

When thou hadst found me, then 

with arms of mercy 

Thou didst embrace me. 
4. 1 thank thee with sincerest heart's 
affection, (election, 

That thou, according to thy grace- 
Hast brought me to thy blood-bought 
congregation, 

Seai'd my salvation. 
Qtregor. 



(447.; 



8/ 



t. 89. 



ONE there is above all others, 
Who deserves the name of Friend ; 
His is love beyond a brother's, 
Costly, free, and knows no end : 
They who once his kindness prove, 
Find it everlasting love. 
~Z. Which of all our friends, to save 
us, (blood ] 

Could or would have shed his 
But our Jesus died to have us 
Reconcil'd in him to God : 
This was boundless love indeed ; 
Jesus is a friend in need. 

3. When he liv'd on earth abased, 
" Friend of sinners" was his name ; 
Now, to heavenly glory raised, 
He rejoices in the same : 

Still he calls them brethren,friends, 
And to all their wants attends. 

4. Could we bear from one another, 
What he daily bears from us ] 
Yet this glorious Friend and Brother 
Loves us, tho' we treat him thus ; 
Tho' for good we render ill, 

He accounts us brethren still. 

5. Oh,for grace our hearts to soften; 
Te^eh us, Lord, at length to love ; 



We, alas, forget too often f 
What a friend we have above : 
But when home our souls are 

brought, 
We will love thee as we ought. 

Newton. 

(448.) 378. T. 14. 

JESUS, thy love exceeds by far 
The love of earthly friends ; 

Bestows whate'er the sinner needs, 
Is firm, and never ends. 

2. My blessed Saviour, is thy love 
$o bounteous, great, and free 1 

Behold I give my sinful heart, 
My life, my all to thee. 

3. No man of greater love can boast, 
Than for his friend to die : 

Thou for thy enemies wast slain ; 
What love with thine can vie ] 

4. Tho' in the very form of God, 
With heavenly glory crown'd, 

Thou wouldst partake of human 
Beset with troubles round, [flesh, 

5. And now,upon thy throne above, 
Thy love is still as great : 

Well thou remember'st Calvary, 
Nor canst thy death forget. 

6. O Lord, I'll treasure in my soul 
The memory of thy love ; 

And thy dear name shall still to me 
A grateful odour prove. 

Watts. 



(449.) 



379. 



t. 90. 



JESUS, Redeemer of mankind, 
Sovereign Creator, Lord of all, 
Since I in thee salvation find, 
Before thy cross I humbly fall : 
My Lord, my God, my soul's desire, 
With sacred flames my heart in- 
spire. 



132 



LOVE OF JESUS. 



2. How couldst thou love such 

worms as we 1 
Why didst thou look upon our race? 
Why didst thou die upon the tree 1 
What causM all this but boundless 

grace ] 
'Twas, dearest Lord, thy matchless 

love, 
Which thee to save our souls did 

move. 

3. O let thy pity thee constrain, 
Pardon our sin, its power subdue ; 
May all of us be born again, 
Thy image in us all renew : 

Let on us shine thy cheering ftce ; 
Give us to know thy saving grace. 

4. Be thou our strength, be thou 

our song ; 
Be our exceeding great reward : 
Let every heart and every tongue 
Rejoice and triumph in the Lord : 
Jesus, our boast shall be of thee, 
In time and in eternity. 

(450.) 880. t. 14. 

COME, Holy Ghost, inspire my 

With thy immortal flame; (song 
And teach my heart, and teach my 
tongue 

The Saviour's lovely name. 

2. The Saviour ! O what endless 

charms 
Dwell in this blissful sound ; 
Its influence every fear disarms, 
And spreads sweet comfort round. 

3. Here pardon, life, and joy divine 
In rich effusion flow 

For guilty rebels, lost by sin, 
And doom'd to endless woe. 

4. God's onlySon,stupendous grace, 
Forsook his throne above ; 

And swift to save our wretched race, 
He flew on wings of love. 



5. The almighty Former of the skies 
Stoop'd to our vile abode ; 

While angels view'd with wonder- 
ing eyes, 
And hail'd the incarnate God. 

6. O the rich depths of love divine ; 
Of bliss a boundless store : 

Dear Saviour, let me call thee mine, 
I cannot wish for more. 

7. On thee alone my hope relies : 
Beneath thy cross I falK 

My Lord, my Life, my Sacrifice, 
My Saviour, and my All. 

Scottish Tabernacle. 

(452.) 881. t.90. 

BEFORE theFather's awful throne 
Our High-priest lifts his pierced 
And interceding for his own (hands, 
His purchas'd property demands ; 
His people's everlasting Friend, 
Who, loving, loves them to the end. 
2. By faith we claim him as our own, 
Our kinsman, near allied in blood. 
Flesh of our flesh, bone of our bone, 
The Son of man, the Son of God : 
We to his mercy-seat draw nigh ; 
He never can himself deny. 



(453.) 



382.^ 



t. 14. 



THY mercies and thy faithfulnes 

Dear Lord, are daily new, 
But who can tell them to thy praise 

Upon a close review 1 
2. Could I exalt thee worthily 

For thy unbounded grace, 
Display'd in various ways to me, 

My lauds would never cease. 

Gregor. 

(454.) 383.* t. 590. 

O Lord, accept my worthless heart. 
And keep it ever thkie ; 



LOVE TO JESUS. 



13S 



Since thou for me, a sinful worm, 
Hast shed thy blood divine, 

Therewith to save my guilty soul 
From endless pain and woe : 

What dearest friend in all the world 
Could equal kindness show ! 

A. Kessler. 

(455.) 384.* t. 56. 

THOU, O Jesus, :|: art a gracious 

Lord, 
Ever faithful, :||: keeping to thy 
word ; 
None can be so full of grief, 
But he soon may find relief 
By the comfort : H : thy kind looks 
afford. 

Zinzendorf. 

(456.) 385.* t. 37. 

LORD, had I of thy love 

Such an impression, 
As to forget ail else 

In that fUtition, 
Still would my love fall short 



Of thy great mercies ; 
Nor can eternity 

Tell all thy praises. z. 

(457.) 386. t. 151. 

O LOVE, all love excelling, 
From heaven to earth come down, 
Come, fix in us thy dwelling, 
Of all thy gifts the crown : 
Lord, thou art all compassion, 
Unbounded love thou art ; - 
O grant us thy salvation, 
Speak peace to every heart. 



387. 



t. 184. 



(458.) 

HOW much we're lov'd by God 

our Saviour, 
With warmest gratitude we trace ; 
His patience, mercy, pardon, favour, 
Supported us throughout our race : 
To him we trust for future blessing; 
He'll lead us till our latest breath : 
O may we all with love unceasing 
Rejoice in him, our Lord, by faith. 



XXII. LOVE TO JESUS. 



(459.) 388.* t. 106 or 90. 

THEE^will I love, my strength and 

tower ; 
My soul with love to thee inspire : 
Thee will I love with all my power ; 
Thou art alone my souls' desire : 
Thee will I love, my King and God; 
Shed in my heart thy love abroad. 
2. Ah, why did I so late thee know, 
Thou fairest of the sons of men 1 
Ah, why did I no sooner go 
To thee who canst relieve my pain! 
Asham'd I sigh and inly mourn, 
That I so late to thee did turn. 



3. In darkness willingly I stray'd ; 
I sought thee, yet from thee I rov'd; 
For wide my wandering thoughts 

were spread, 
Thy creatures more than thee I 

lov'd ; 
And now, if more, at length, I see, 
'Tis thro' thy light, and comes 

from thee. 

4. Give to my eyes repenting tears, 
Give to my heart chaste, hallow'd 

fires ; 
Give to my soul, with filial fears, 
The love that all heaven's host in- 
spires ; 



134 



LOVE TO JESUS. 



That all my powers, with all their 

might, 
In thy sole glory may unite. 

J. Angelus. 



389. " 



t. 151. 



(462.) 

JESUS, my highest treasure, 

In thy communion blest 
I find unsullied pleasure, 

True happiness and rest : 
Myself as an oblation 

I have to thee assign'd, 
Because thou by thy passion 

Hast heaPd my sin-sick mind. 

2. O joy, all joys exceeding ! 
Thou Bread most heavenly, 

When I on thee am feeding, 

Thou dost me satisfy 
With marrow and with fatness, 

With comfort, joy, and peace. 
And fill my heart with gladness, 

Assuaging my distress. 

3. Let me perceive thy friendly, 
Thy cheering countenance ; 

Spread thro' my heart its kindly, 

Enlivening influence : 
Without thee, gracious Saviour, 

To live is nought but pain ; 
To enjoy thy love and favour 

Is happiness and gain. 

4. Earth's glory to inherit 
Is not what I desire ; 

My heavenly-minded spirit 
Glows with a nobler fire : 

Where Christ himself appeareth 
In brightest majesty, 

For me a place prepareth, 
There, there I long to be. 

S. Liscov. 

(463.) 390.* t. 83. 

JESUS is my light most fair; 
He, the Father's well-beloved, 
Jjeft his throne, our griefs to share, 



By eternal mercy moved : 

He alone is my delight, 

He hath overcome me quite. 

2. Round his pierced feet I'll cling, 
Him I seek with love most tender ; 
And accurs'd be everything, (der : 
Which my seeking him would hin- 
Tell me nought of worldly fame, 
Tell me of his lovely name. 

3. But himself I must behold, 
To him I will make confession ; 
My defects are manifold, 

But I trust to his compassion ; 
For I cannot, will not rest, 
Till he grants me my request. 

4. Thou in grace hast look'd on me, 
And with precious gifts hast 
Yet content I cannot be, (blessed ; 
Till I am of thee possessed : 
Jesus, now upon me shine, 
Jesus, be thou ever mine. 

C. F.^chter. (ad.) 

(464.) 391.* t. 39. 

I'LL glory in nothing but only in 
Jesus, (to release us ; 

As wounded and bruised from sin 

For he is my refuge, to him I'll 
cleave solely, 

Thus can I, like Enoch, in this 
world live holy. 

2, What tho' the world foameth 

and rageth with fury, 
In nought but my crucified Jesus 

I'll glory: 
Beside him, my Saviour, I'll know 

nothing ever ; 
From him neither trials nor death 

shall me sever, 

3. My Jesus is always desirous to 

meet me, (greet me : 

Abounding in love, and in mercy to 



LOVE TO JESUS. 



135 



Above all I love him, for he is my 

treasure ; (with pleasure. 

I humbly adore him and serve him 

4. My heart's fix'd on Jesus whose 

love is so tender ; (render : 

My life and my all unto him I sur- 

He is and remaineth my soul's 

meditation, (summation. 

My faith's only object, till my con- 

J. Angelus. 

(465.) 392.* t. 83. 

JESUS will I never leave, 
He's the God of my salvation ; 
Through his merits I receive 
Pardon, life, and consolation .* 
All the powers of my mind 
To my Saviour be resign'd. 

2. Nought on earth can satisfy 
One desire which God inspireth ; 
Only Jesus can supply 

All my needy heart requireth : 
He all losses can retrieve, 
Him I'll therefore never leave. 

3. He is mine, and I am his, 
Join'd with him in close commu 
And his bitter passion is (nion ; 
The foundation of this union : 
Full of hopes which never yield, 
Firm on him, my rock, I build. 

4. O the happy hours I spend 
With him in bless' d conversation ; 
He's my near and faithful friend, 
Full of grace, peace, and salvation : 
From the look at Jesus' wounds 
Pure delight to me redounds. 

5. With my Jesus I will stay, 

He my soul preserves and feedeth ; 
He, the life, the truth, the way, 
Me to living waters leadeth : 
Blessed who can say with me, 
Christ, I'll never part with thee. 

C, Keymann. 



(466.) 



393.^ 



DEAR Jesus, when I think on thee, 
My heart for joy doth leap in me ; 
Thy blest remembrance yields de- 
light, 
But far more blest will be the sight. 

2. When thou art near, I must con- 
I feel a bliss I can't express : (fess, 
Thy love, my Saviour, ne'er can 

cloy, (joy. 

Fountain of bliss and source of 

3. Let me by faith behold thy face, 
Still taste thy love and share thy 

grace ; (name, 

Still let my tongue confess thy 
And Jesus be my constant theme. 

4. Thy love and mercies all exceed; 
The more I on these dainties feed, 
The more my eager soul is bent 
To live but in this element. 

Bernhardus. 

5. Blest Jesus, what delicious fare, 
How sweet thy entertainments are; 
Never did angels taste above 
Redeeming grace and dying love. 

Watts. 

(467.) 394.* t. 11. 

DEAREST Jesus, come to me, 
And abide eternally ; 
Friend of needy sinners, come, 
Fill and make my heart thy home. 

2. Oftentimes for thee I sigh, 
Nothing else can give me joy ; 
This is still my cry to thee : 
Dearest Jesus, come to me. 

3. Should I in earth's pleasures roll, 
None could satisfy my soul ; 
Thee, O Jesus, I adore, 
Thou'rt my pleasure evermore. 

4. Jesus, thee alone I call 
My beloved Friend, my All ; 



136 



LOVE TO JESUS. 



Nothing, whatsoever it be, 
Shall divide my heart with thee. 
J. Angelus 



(468. 



395. 



t. 15. 



GRACIOUS Redeemer, thou hast 
To come to thee invited ; (me 

Thy love, to love thee ardently, 
Hath my cold heart excited. 

2. Thy cross, thy shame, thy agony, 
Thy wounds, and bitter passion, 



T. 4 



(470.) 397.* 

WHEN duly I weigh, 

How much day by day 

Thee, Lord, I have tried, 

My Friend ever faithful, who for 

me hast died ; — 
2. I own the fault mine : 
Thy patience divine, 
Which clearly I trace, 
With tears fills my eyes,with shame 

Have wholly won my heart for thee, i covers m ? f * ce * 

And prompt my adoration. |3. As Mary ador'd 

3. Thefireof love that burns within,!^ Master and Lord, 
Is that divine impression. | ™ h / n her tho u u didst greet. 

That thou didst suffer for my sin,j And prostrate before thee,embraced 
And die for my transgression. ; - ' 

J. Angelus. j 4. As Thomas with awe, 



(469.) 396.* 

'TIS evident that Jesus loves, 
His death for us this fully proves ; 
He lov'd the world, a sinful race, 
He loves the chureh, his flock of 

grace, (ev'n me, 

He loves the children, yea, he loves 
Who nought deserv'd but endless 

misery. 
2. O may I in his love be blest, 
Like John, reclining on his breast ; 
And oft, like humble Magdalen, 
Adore the friend of sinful men, 
With longing heart attending at 

his feet, (I meet. 

Till with a gracious look from him 
3. 1*11 weep whene'er he's not to me 
What the most cordial friend can be; 
Do I not always feel him nigh, 
And his reviving grace enjoy, 
Do I not in his sweet communion 

live, (comfort give. 

Nought else to my poor soul can 

%■.. 



q- | Thy wounds when he saw, 
T ' y ' ' His Saviour avow'd, 



"My 



And cried with conviction, 
Lord and my God ;" — 

5. As Peter replied, 
His love being tried, 

" My heart thou dost prove, 
Lord, thou knowest all things, thou 
know'st that I love ;" — 

6. So may I, each day, 
A clearer display 

Obtain of thy grace ; (increase. 

Thus my love, O Jesus, to thee will 

Cammerhof. 

(471.) 398.* t.45. 

WHAT splendid rays— of truth 
and grace, 

All other lights excelling, 
I perceive, when Jesus Christ 

Makes my heart his dwelling. 
2. He blesseth me — so sensibly, 

That spirit, soul, and body 
Can in him my Saviour joy, 

Tho' quite poor and needy. 



LOVE TO JESUS. 



137 



3. His looks of grace insure always 
To me my heavenly calling : 

Am I weak, his hand preserves 
Me, his child, from falling. 

4. My prayer sincere — while absent 

here 
From him, my soul's beloved, 
Is, that my heart's confidence 
In him be unmoved. 

5. Could I with him— spend all my 

time, 
In constant love's fruition, 
Infinitely happy then 
Would be my condition. 

6. Whene'er I mourn — and humbly 
For comfort to my Jesus, (turn 

This already is a proof 

That he's near and gracious. 

7. They who have grace — our Sa- 

viour's face 
To seek on each occasion, 
Never fail to be refresh'd 
With his consolation. 

Gregor. 

(472.) 399.* t. 167. 

O COULD we but love that Sa- 
Who loves us so ardently, (viour, 
As we ought, our souls would ever 
Full of joy and comfort be : 
If we, by his love excited, 
Could ourselves and all forget, 
Then with Jesus Christ united, 
We should heaven anticipate. 
2. Did but Jesus' love and merit 
Fill our hearts both night and day, 
And the unction of his Spirit 
All our thoughts and actions sway : 
Might we all be ever ready 
Cheerfully to testify, 
How our spirit, soul, and body 
Do in God our Saviour joy. 

z. 



(473.) 400. t. 14. 

TEN thousand talents once I owM, 
And nothing had to pay ; 

But Jesus freed me from the load> 
And wash'd my debt away. 

2. Yet since the Lord forgave my 
And blotted out my score ; (sin, 

Much more indebted I have been, 
Than e'er I was before. 

3. My guilt is cancell'd quite, I 
And satisfaction made ; (know, 

But the vast debt of love I owe 
Can never be repaid. 

4. The love I owe for sin forgiv'n. 
For power to believe, (heaven, 

For present peace, and promis'd 
No angel can conceive. 

5. That love of thine, thou sinners* 

Friend, 
Witness thy bleeding heart, 
My little all can ne'er extend 
To pay a thousandth part. 

6. Nay more, the poor returns I 
I first from thee obtain ; (make 

And 'tis of grace, that thou wilt 
Such poor returns again, (take 

7. 'Tis well — it shall my glory be, 
(Let who will boast their store,) 

In time and in eternity 

To owe thee more and more. 

Newton . 

(474.) 401. t. 11. 

HARK, my soul, it is the Lord ; 
'Tis thy Saviour, hear his word ; 
Jesus speaks, and speaks to thee, 
" Say, poor sinner, lov'st thou me 1 
2. " I deliver'd thee, when bound, 
And when bleeding, heal'd thy 
wound ; (right* 

Sought thee wandering, set thee 
Turn'd thy darkness into light. 



138 



BROTHERLY LOVE. 



3. " Can a woman's tender care 
Cease towards the child she bare 1 
Yea, she may forgetful be, 

Yet will I remember thee. 

4. u Mine is an unchanging love, 
Higher than the heights above, 
Deeper than the depths beneath, 
Free and faithful, strong as death. 

5. " Thou shalt see my glory soon, 
When the work of grace is done, 
Partner of my throne shalt be ; 
Say, poor sinner, lov'st thou me V 9 

6. Lord, it is my chief complaint, 
That my love is weak and faint ; 
Yet I love thee and adore, 

O for grace to love thee more. 

Cowper. 

(475.) 402. t. 14. 

TEACH me yet more of thy blest 
ways, 
Thou slaughter'd Lamb of God ; 



And fix and root me in the grace, 
So dearly bought with blood. 

2. O tell me often of each wound, 
Of every grief and pain ; 

And let my heart with joy confess, 
From hence comes all my gain. 

3. For thee, O may I freely count 
Whate'er I have but loss ; 

And every name, and every thing, 
Compar'd with thee, but dross. 

4. Engrave this deeply in my heart, 
That thou for me wast slain ; 

Then shall I, in my small degree, 
Return thy love again. 

5. But who can pay that mighty 

debt, 
Or equal love like thine 1 
My heart, by nature cold and dead, 
To thankfulness incline. 

J. Hutton. 



* ■+••■ 



XXIII. BROTHERLY LOVE, AND UNION OF SPIRIT. 



(479. 



403. 



t. 11. 



THEY who Jesus' followers are, 
And enjoy his faithful care, 
By a mutual, hearty love, 
Their belief in Jesus prove. 

2. From their being join'd in one, 
By the faith of God's dear Son, 
Boundless blessings they receive, 
And to Christ desire to live. 

3. None in his own wisdom trusts, 
None of his attainments boasts ; 
Each his brother doth esteem, 
And himself the meanest deem. 

4. They're delighted, when they all 
With one voice on Jesus call ; 



And when fitly, without strife, 
Each his duty doth in life. 

5. Meek they are to all mankind, 
To good offices inclin'd, 
Ready, when revil'd, to bless, 
Studious of the public peace. 

6. Tender pity, love sincere 
To their enemies they bear ; 
And, as Christ affords them light, 
Order all their steps aright. 

7. Jesus, all our souls inspire, 
Fill us with love's sacred fire ; 
Thus will all in us perceive, 
That we in thy name believe. 

8. May it to the world appear, 
That we thy disciples are, 



BROTHERLY LOVE. 



139 



By our loving mutually, 
By our being one in thee. 

J. Gambold. 



(480.) 



404. 



t. 22. 



BEHOLD us, Lord, rough stones 

we are, 
Yet for thy building us prepare ; 
Reject not one of us, we pray, 
Thy Spirit's voice may all obey. 

2. O may thy flock still more in- 

crease 
In mutual love and perfect peace ; 
In harmony with fervent zeal 
Serve thee, and do thy holy will. 

3. Lord, grant us a forgiving mind, 
To patience and to peace inclin'd, 
That we may with each other bear ; 
To cherish love be all our care. 

4. Tender compassion may we show, 
Share in each other's weal and woe, 
Rejoice with those that do rejoice, 
And with the weeping sympathize. 

5. At all times may we ready be, 
Yea, even in deep poverty, 

The wants of others to relieve, 
And soothe and comfort them that 
grieve. 

6. And be it our concern to seek 
In nothing to offend the weak, 
To bear with their infirmities, 
And others, not ourselves to please. 

7. Grant us in meekness to reclaim, 
Those who have been in aught to 

blame, 
Mindful that we, as well as they, 
Are liable from thee to stray. 

8. May we, tho' gifts be manifold, 
As members of one body, hold 
One doctrine, and be ever led 

By thee, our Master, Lord, and 
Head. 



19. O make us quite conform'd to 

thee, 
And grant us true humility ; 
May we. supported by thy grace, 
With patience run our destin'd race. 
W. Foster. 

(481.) 405. t. 14. 

O LETthy love our hearts constrain, 
Jesus, thou God of love ; 

The bond of peace let us maintain ; 
All discord far remove. 

2. Us into closest union draw, 
And in our inward parts 

Write thou indelibly thy law ; 
Let love pervade our hearts. 

3. Who would not now pursue the 

way, 
Where Jesus' footsteps shine ; 
Who would not own the pleasing 
Of charity divine ] (sway 

4. United firmly by thy grace, 
We shall thy followers prove ; 

The frowning world must then con- 
fess ; 
" See how these Christians love/' 
Wesley. 

(482.) 406. t. 11. 

CHERISH us with kindest care, 
Jesus, we thy brethren are, 
Of thy flesh and of thy bone ; 
To the end, O love thine own. 

2. As our Head us move and guide, 
Divers gifts to each divide : 
Plac'd according to thy will, 

Let us all thy mind fulfil. 

3. Sweetly may we all agree, 
Useful to each other be ; 
Each the other's burden bear, 
In his weal and woe take share. 

4. If one member honour'd be, 
All rejoice most heartily ; 



140 



BROTHERLY LOVE. 



If one suffer, all a part 
Bear with sympathizing heart. 
5. Closely join'd to thee, our Head, 
Nourished by thee and fed, 
Let us daily growth receive, 
And with thee in union live. 



407. 



t. 14. 



BLEST Saviour, on my soul im- 
The image of thy mind, (press 
To bear my brother's waywardness, 
Long suffer, and be kind. 

2. 'Tis hard the worldling's scoff 

to meet, 
And that from day to day, 
To mark the scorner in his seat, 
And be the drunkard's lay. 

3. More hard to bear the look un- 

kind, 
The word that causeth pain, 
Where nature's closest ties should 
And love alone obtain. (bind, 

4. Most hard, when brethren in the 
By selfish passions borne, (Lord, 

Aid the rude world, by glance or 
word, 
To wreathe the crown of thorn. 

5. Yet when I think what patient 
My Lord extends to me, (care 

Shall I not with my brother bear, 
And that right lovingly 1 

6. O yes — what wrong to me is 
By brother, friend, or foe, (done, 

I leave it in thine hand alone, 
And 'neath thine hand lie low. 
J. A. Latrobe. 



408. 



T. 11. 



(483.) 

JESUS, we look up to thee, 
Let us in thy name agree ; 
Thou who art the Prince of peace, 
Bid contention ever cease. 



2. By thy reconciling love 
Every stumbling block remove ; 
Lord, us all in thee unite, 

To enjoy thy saving light. 

3. Make us all one heart and mind. 
Courteous, merciful, and kind, 
Lowly, meek in thought and word, 
As thou wast on earth, O Lord. 

4. Let us for each other care, 
Each the other's burden bear ; 
In our conduct patterns be 
Of unfeign'd humility. 

(485.) 409.* i. 167. 

FLOCK of Jesus, be united, 
Covenant with him anew ; 
By his love divine excited, 
Praise and serve him as 'tis due : 
O that nothing whatsoever 
May relax this blessed tie ; 
In thy love, most gracious Saviour, 
Grant us all stability. 

2. With love's ardour to be fired, 
Let us with each other vie ; 

So that, should it be required, 
For the brethren we could die : 
O what boundless love did Jesus 
To his enemies display ! 
May his holy pattern teach us, 
How love ought to bear the sway. 

3. O that we, his steps to follow, 
'Midst affliction, scorn, and spite, 
And his sacred name to haliow, 
Did each other more excite : 
Every one stir up his brother 
To keep Jesus still in view, 
Thus encouraging each other 
His example to pursue. 

4. Then the souls he joined together 
Will, according to his prayer, 

Be accepted of his Father, 
And his kind protection share : 



BROTHERLY LOVE. 



141 



As thou art with him united. 
Lord, may we be one in thee, 
And, by genuine love excited. 
Serve each other willingly. z. 

(486.) 410.* t. 167. 

GRANT, Lord, that with thy direc- 
tions ; 
" Love each other,*' we comply, 
Aiming with unfeigned affection 
Thy love to exemplify : 
Let our mutual love be glowing ; 
Thus will all men plainly see, 
That we, as on one stem growing, 
Living branches are in thee. 



412. t. 14. 

HOW sweet, how heavenly is the 
sight, 
When those who love the Lord. 
In one another's peace delight, 

And so fulfil his word ! 
i 2. When each can feel his brother's 
sigh, 
And with him bear a part ; 
i When sorrow flows from eye to eye, 

And joy from heart to heart ; 
• 3. When free from envy, scorn, and 
J Our wishes all above, (pride, 
I Each can a brother's failings hide. 



2. O that such may be our union,. And show a brother's love ; 

As thine with the Father is, 4. W^hen love, in one delightful 

And not one of our communion : stream. 

E'er forsake the path of bliss : j Through every bosom flows ; 

May our light 'fore men with! When union sweet, and fond 

brightness, esteem, 

From thy light reflected, shine ; In every action glows. 

Thus the world will bear us witness,: 5> i j0 ve is the golden chain, that 
That we, Lord, are truly thine. binds 

"j The happv souls above ; 
(488.) 411.* T. 14.1 And he's an heir of heaven that 

HOW pleasant is love's harmony, j His *P irit fiI1 ' d with ,ove « JgjJ 
When brethren truly dw T ell { 

413. t. 582. 

j BLEST is the tie that binds 

Our hearts in christian love ; 
| The fellowship of kindred minds 



Together in heart's unity, 
And cordial friendship feel. 

2. Lord Jesus, in that very night, 
Ere thou didst bleed and die, 

Thou didst with thy disciples urgei Is like to that above. 

Love's ever-sacred tie. J2. Before our Father's throne 

3. Remind thy little flock, too apt W r e pour our ardent prayers ; 



Among themselves to jar, 
That all thy members' unity 

Was e'en thy dying care. 
4. May we this testament fulfil, 

One mind and spirit be, 
And love with unremitting zeal 

Each other fervently. 



;Our fears, our hopes, our aims are 
one. 
Our comforts and our cares. 
i 3. We share our mutual woes : 
j Our mutual burdens bear ; 
! And often for each other flows 
! The sympathizing tear. 



142 



BROTHERLY LOVE. 



4. From sorrow, toil, and pain, 

And sin, we shall be free ; 
And perfect love and friendship 
reign 
Through all eternity. 

Fawcett. 



414.* t. 165. 



(491.) 

JESUS, grant me to inherit, 
Strengthen' d by thy aiding grace, 
Thro' the guidance of thy Spirit, 
All the fruits of righteousness : 
Grant me true humility, 
Faith and zeal to live for thee ; 
To mankind O make me gracious, 
To my friends and foes propitious. 

2. Give me grace in all conditions 
Firmly to adhere to thee ; 

And, 'midst all the exhibitions 
Of thy boundless love to me, 
To let my poor neighbour share 
In my plenty and my prayer : 
By thy love to me imparted 
Make me always tender-hearted. 

3. In the lonely house of mourning? 
Thro' the weeping family, (ing, 
Comfort, medicine, meat, and cloth- 
May I minister to thee : 

May I calm the orphan's cry, 
Make the widow sing for joy, 
And the captive's moan distressing 
Raise to songs of praise and blessing. 



415. 



T.39. 



(492.) 

WHAT brought us together, what 
joined our hearts 1 

The pardon which Jesus, our High- 
priest, imparts : 

'Tis» this which cements the disci 
pies of Christ, 

Who are into one by the Spirit 
baptiz'd 



2. Is this our high calling, harmo- 
nious to dwell, (praises to tell, 

And thus in sweet concert Christ's 
In peace and blest union our mo- 
ments to spend, 
And live in communion with Christ 
as our friend 1 — 

3. O yes, having found in the Lord 

our delight, (by night ; 

He is our chief object by day and 
This knits us together, no longer we 

roam, (is our home. 

We all have one Father, and heaven 

(493.) 416. t. 159. 

WHEN brethren dwell in unity 
In Jesus' ransom'd fold, 
Join'd by love's ever sacred tie, 
'Tis pleasant to behold : (scends. 
Like dew his grace on them de- 
Yea, his rich blessing he commands 
Upon their going out to rest ; 
Their coming in is blest. 
2. We tread on consecrated ground, 
For 'tis his own abode, 
The sparrow here a nest hath found, 
Thine altars, O Lord God : 
Blest they who to his courts repair, 
To seek him in his house of prayer ; 
To such he will himself reveal, 
His praises they shall tell. 



(494.) 



417. 



t. 159. 



WE in one covenant are join'd, 
And one in Jesus are ; (bin'd 

With voices and with hearts com- 
His praise we will declare : 
In doctrine and in practice one, 
We'll love and serve the Lord alone; 
With one accord sound forth his 
Till we shall see his face, (praise. 
J. Swertner. 



143 



XXIV. FOLLOWING JESUS, AND BEARING HIS 
REPROACH. 



(495.) 



418.* 



t. 230. 



JESUS, Lord most great and glo- 
rious, 
Reward and crown of the victorious, 
Restorer of lost paradise ; 
We appear with supplication, 
Before thee, God of our salvation, 
And send to thee our fervent cries : 
O Lord our righteousness, 
'Tis thy delight to bless ; 
We desire it, 

Come then, for we — belong to thee, 
And bless us inexpressibly. 

2. Blessed are the poor in spirit, 
They shall the realm of heaven in- 
herit, 

Free grace is theirs and endless 
bliss ; 

While all those who place reliance 

On their own works, and bid defi- 
ance 

To grace, will of salvation miss : 

O may we all of thee 

Learn true humility, 

Lowly Jesus ; 

May we despise — all earthly joys 

For thee the pearl of greatest price. 

3. They that mourn, blest is their 

station, 
They find abundant consolation, 
Since Jesus first that path did tread; 
He prevailed while he sufTer'd, 
And now to us that cup is offer'd, 
By which himself was perfected : 
We cannot hope for joy 
On earth without alloy, 
Here is weeping ; 
At the Lamb's feast — is perfect rest, 
Thi> is a vale of tears at best. 



4. Blessed are the meek in spirit r 
They shall, saith Christ, the earth 

inherit ; (here ; 

Their life is hid with him while 
Yet as heirs of Christ's salvation. 
In heaven they have their conver- 
sation, (there : 
Their treasure and their hearts are 
And as the Lamb of God 
Life's path with meekness trod, 
His disciples 

His steps pursue, — and as 'tis due 
Show in their conduct meekness too. 

5. Blessed, who without cessation 
Hunger and thirst for that salvation. 
Which flows from Christ's pure 

righteousness ; 
They are fill'd and satisfied, 
With richest dainties are supplied > 
Who long and pant for saving grace; 
Christ's body and his blood 
Prove their life-giving food ; 
Thereby nourish'd, (bear 

From year to year — they thrive and 
Fruits that to him well-pleasing are . 

6. All the merciful are blessed ; 
For they, when in their turn dis- 
tressed, 

Shall mercy find most certainly : 
Water to the poor afforded 
Is as an act of love recorded, 
And is rewarded generously : 
Who to the indigent 
Doth prove beneficent, 
He is blessed; (same. 

But woe to them — who scorn the 
For God remembers not their name. 

7. All the pure in heart are blessed; 
Of joys unspeakable possessed. 



144 



FOLLOWING JESUS. 



They shall behold their God in 

peace : 
They who faithful have remained 
To Jesus, and preserv'd unstained 
The garment of his righteousness, 
Shall once obtain the grace, 
To see him face to face : 
I entreat thee, 
Impart to me — that purity, 
Dear Jesus, which I trace in thee. 

8. They are blessed with God's fa- 
vour, 

Who peace unceasingly endeavour 

Among their neighbours to secure : 

As his children them he owneth ; 

He with success their labour crown- 
eth, 

And their reward of grace is sure : 

Love is the character 

Of each true follower 

Of our Saviour : 

May he through grace — make us 



Intent upon promoting peace. 

9. Blest are they who gladly suffer 
For righteousness, and freely offer 
Their lives and blood for Jesus' 

sake ; (ness, 

Yea, who bear the cross with meek- 

Resign'd and patient in all weak- 
ness, 

And him their only pattern make : 

For Jesus' help and love 

Their consolation prove : 

They who freely 

For him will bear — reproach, while! 
here, 

At last shall in his glory share. 

10. Blessed they who are despised, 
In scornful manner stigmatized, 
And for their Saviour's sake de- 

fam'd : 



As the bride deems k an honour 

To take the bridegroom's name 
upon her, 

Should we of Jesus be asham'd 1 

Far, far be this from us ; 

Welcome, reproach and cross : 

We are Christians, 

Who follow thee — Lord, cheerfully 

Thro' honour and thro' infamy. 

11. Gracious Lord, who by thy 
passion 

And death hast gained our salva- 
tion, 

O may we all thy name confess : 

May we be by faith united 

To thee, who hast us all invited, 

To share eternal happiness : 

Constrain us by thy love, 

In all we do to prove 

Faithful followers, 

Dear Lord, of thee ; — and grant 
that we 

May ever love thee ardently. 

Z. in part. 



419.* 



t. 11. 



(496.) 

HOLY Lamb and Prince of peace. 
Hear my soul implore thy grace; 
Grant that my behaviour may 
Meekness, such as thine, display. 

2. O that I may faithfully 
To thy voice obedient be ; 
Valiant, steadfast, may my love 
In the hardest trials prove. 

3. Keep thou me, a feeble child, 
Sober, watchful, undefil'd ; 
That where'er thy steps I se« 
Simply I may follow thee. 

4. Thou the great victorious Lamb, 
Who all hosts of hell o'ercame, 
Grant that by thy blood I may 
Conqueror be till thy great day. 



FOLLOWING JESUS. 



145 



5» When thou shalt on Zion stand, 
May I be at thy right hand, 
Clothed in the glorious dress 
Of thv spotless righteousness. 

C. F. Richter. 

420. t. 22. 

HOW shall I follow him I serve ? 
How shall I copy him I love ? 
Nor from those blessed footsteps 

swerve, 
Which lead me to his seat above ? 

2. Privations, sorrows, bitter scorn, 
The life of toil, the mean abode, 
The faithless kiss, the crown of 

thorn, 
Are these the consecrated road 1 

3. 'Twas thus he sufTer'd, though a 

Son, 
Foreknowing, choosing, feeling all, 
Until the perfect work was done ; 
And drank the bitter cup of gall. 

4. Lord, should my path through 

suffering lie, 
Forbid it I should e'er repine ; 
Still let me turn to Calvary, (thine. 
Nor heed my griefs, remembering 

5. O let me think how thou didst 
Untasted every pure delight, (leave 
To fast, to faint, to watch, to 

grieve, (night : 

The toilsome day, the homeless 

6. To faint, to grieve, to die for me ! 
Thou earnest not thyself to please ; 
And, dear as earthly comforts be, 
Shall I not love thee more than 

these ? Conder. 



421. 



t. 11. 



CHILDREN of the heavenly 
As ye journey, sweetly sing! (King ! 
Sing your Saviour's worthy praise, 
Glorious in his works and ways ! 
12 



2. We are travelling home to God, 
In the way the fathers trod : 
They are happy now, and we 
Soon their happiness shall see. 

3. Foes are round us, but we stand 
On the borders of our land : 
Jesus, God's exalted Son, 

Bids us undismay'd go on. 

4. Onward then we gladly press 
Through this earthly wilderness : 
Only, Lord, our Leader be, 
And we still will follow thee. 

Cennick. 

(498.) 422. t. 587- 

TELL me no more 

Of this world's vain store ; 
The time for such trifles with me 
now is o'er. 

2. A country I've found, 
Where true joys abound ; 

To dwell I'm determin'd on that 
happy ground. 

3. The souls that believe. 

In paradise live : (receive. 

And me in that number will Jesus 

4. My soul, don't delay, 
He calls thee away : 

Rise, follow thy Saviour, and bless 
the glad day. 

5. No mortal doth know 
W T hat he can bestow, 

W T hat light, strength, and comfort..; 
Go, follow him, go. 

6. Perhaps, with the aim 
To honour his name, 

1 may do some service, poor dust 
tho' I am. 

7. Yet this is confess'd, 
I count it me-st bless'd, 

As at the beginning, in him to find 
rest. 



146 

8. And when I'm to die, 
Receive me, I'll cry, 
For Jesus hath lov'd me, I cannot 

tell why. 

9. So closely in mind 
To Jesus I'm join'd, 
He'll not live in glory and leave 

me behind. 

10. Lo, this is the race 
I'm running thro' grace 
Henceforth, till admitted to see my 

Lord's face. 

J. Gambold. 



FOLLOWING JESUS. 

(500.) 424.* t. 88* 

JESUS Christ, thou Leading-star, 
Thy great name we praise and 
From believers be it far (hallow : 
Any other guide to follow : 
Thou, Lord, if we walk in light, 
Wilt direct our steps aright. 
2. Christians are not here below 
To enjoy earth's transient treasure; 
After Christ they're call'd to go, 
His reproach they count a pleasure; 
Under manifold distress, 
Thro' the narrow gate they press, 



(499.) 423.* t. 26 or 22. 

LORD Jesus, 'tis with us thy airn 
That soul and body should be thine; 
O take our hearts, and us incline 
To be devoted to thy name. 

2. What love can be compar'd with 

thine 1 
Who hath to us so just a claim 
As thou, who didst our souls re- 
deem, 
And for us leave thy throne divine ] 

3. Go, all ye wise, without control 
Your empty notions still pursue ; 
Jesus alone I have in view, (soul. 
This powerful magnet draws my 

4. A subject I of Christ my King ; 
And tho' I poor and helpless be, 
Yet all around shall plainly see, 
My Saviour is my every thing. 

5. Thee I adore, most gracious Lord; 
Grant that my walk in truth may 
At all times pleasing unto thee, (be 
Directed by thy holy Word. 

6. My King, thy noble statutes write 
Upon the table of my heart ; 
Thy grace and truth to me impart, 
And let thy law be mv delight. 

Z. 



Z. 

(502.) 425. t. 22. 

IF father, mother, children, wife, 
Houses, or lands, or aught in life 
Delude thy heart, and thou no 
Dost follow Jesus as before ; (more 

2. His words with due attention 
hear : 

" My cross whoever will not bear. 
And all forsake to follow me, 
He cannot my disciple be." 

3. First let us duly count the cost, 
And then in Jesus place our trust ; 
If we on him alone depend, 
He 'midst all trials proves our friend.. 

4. If once the plough in hand we 
take, (back ; 

Preserve us, Lord, from looking 
O let us thro' thy aiding grace, 
Pursue our course with steadiness. 

5. On those who faithful prove to 
death, (faith, 

And show by works of love their 
A crown of life thou once wilt place, 
Before thy Father them confess. 

W. Foster. 

426. t. 14. 

WHEN any turn from Zion's way, 
(Alas ! what numbers do !) 



FOLLOWING JESUS. 



Methinks I hear my Saviour say, 
4 - Wilt thou forsake me too V 

2. O Lord, with such a heart as 
Unless thou hold me fast, (mine, 

I feel I must, I shall decline, 
And prove like them at last. 

3. Yet thou alone hast power, I 
To save a wretch like me: (know, 

To whom, or whither could I go, 
If I should turn from thee ! 

4. Beyond a doubt, I rest assur'd 
Thou art the Christ of God, 

Who hast eternal life secur'd 
By promise and by blood. 

5. The help of men and angels join'd 
Could never reach my case ; 

Nor can I hope relief to find, 
But in thy boundless grace. 

6. No voice but thine can give me 
And bid my fears depart : (rest, 

No love but thine can make me 
And satisfy my heart. (blest, 

7. What anguish has that question 
If I will also go 1 (stirr'd, 

Yet, Lord, relying on thy word, 
I humbly answer, No. 

J. Newton. 



508. j 



427.* 



t. 90. 



" My yoke," saith Christ, u upon 

you take, 
Serve me amidst oppression ; 
The world and all its joys forsake, 
And shun no tribulation : 
Come follow me, and humbly bear 
My cross, & in my suffering share." 
2. Then let us follow Christ our 
Both soul and body offering, (Lord, 
Be cheerfully, with one accord, 
Partakers of his suffering ; 
For they who show true faithfulness, 
Shall gain a rich reward of grace. 
J. Angel us. 



14? 

428. t. 167. 



JESUS, I my cross have taken, 
All to leave and follow thee ; 
Naked, poor, despis'd, forsaken, 
Thou, from hence, my All shalt be; 
Perish every fond ambition, 
All I've sought, or hop'd, or known; 
Yet how rich is my condition, 
God and heaven are still my own. 

2. Let the world despise and leave 

me, 
They have left my Saviour too ; 
Human hearts & looks deceive me — 
Thou art not, like them, untrue ; 
And whilst thou shalt smile upon 

me, 
God of wisdom, love, and might, 
Foes may hate, and friends disown 

me, 
Show thy face, and all is bright. 

3. Go, then, earthly fame and trea- 

sure; 
Come, disaster, scorn, and pain : 
In thy service pain is pleasure, 
With thy favour loss is gain ; 
Man may trouble and distress me, 
'Twill but drive me to thy breast ; 
Life with trials hard may press me, 
Heaven will bring the sweeter rest. 

4. Soul,then know thy full salvation; 
Rise o'er sin, and fear, and care; 
Joy to find in every station 
Something still to do or bear : 
Think what Spirit dwells within 

thee, 
Think what Father's smiles are 

thine ; 
Think that Jesus diftd to win thee: 
Child of heaven.canst thou repine? 

5. Haste thee on from grace to glory, 
Arm'd by faith, and wing'd by 

prayer; 



148 



FOLLOWING JESt/S. 



Heaven's eternal day's before thee; 
God's own hand shall guide thee 

there ; 
Soon shall close thy earthly mission, 
Soon shall pass thy pilgrim days : 
Hope shall change to full fruition. 
Faith to sight, and prayer to praise. 

Lyte. 

(505.) 429,* t. 16. 

CROSS, reproach, and tribulation, 
Ye to me are welcome guests, 

When I have this consolation, 
That my soul in Jesus rests. 

2. The reproach of Christ is glorious; 
Those who here his burden bear, 

In the end shall prove victorious, 
And eternal glory share. 

3. Christ, our ever-blessed Saviour, 
Bore for us reproach and shame, 

Conqueror now he lives for ever, 
And we conquer in his name. 

4. Bear then the reproach of Jesus, 
Ye who live a life of faith ; 

Sing ye joyful songs and praises, 
Ev'n in martyrdom and death. 

5.Bonds,and stripes,and tribulation, 
Are our honourable crowns ; 

Shame is our glorification, 
Gloomy dungeons are our thrones. 
Lange, or Gotter. 

(506.) 430. t.22. 

JESUS, and shall it ever be, 
A sinful worm asham'd of thee ] 
Forbid it, Lord ; thee I confess, 
Before both friends and enemies. 
2. Asham'd of Jesus, of my God, 
Who purchas'd me with his own 

blood, 
Of him who to retrieve my loss, 
Despis'd the shame, endur'd the 

CTOS8 7 



3. Asham'd of Jesus, of that Friend 
On whom my heavenly hopes de- 
pend 1 

It must not be ; — be this my shame, 
That I not more revere his name. 

4. Asham'd of Jesus, of my Lord, 
Bv all heaven's glorious hosts 

ador'd ? 
No, I will make my boast of thee, 
In time and in eternity. 

5. And when I stand before thy 

throne, 
Me 'fore thy heavenly Father own; 
Then shall the holy angels see 
Thee, Jesus, not asham'd of me. 
Countess Huntingdon's H. 

(507.) 481.* t. 14, 

GLORY to God, whose witness- 
Those heroes bold in faith, (train. 

Could smile on poverty and pain, 
And triumph ev'n in death. 

2. Scorn 'd and revil'd as was their 

Head, 
When walking here below, 
Thus in this evil world they led 
A life of pain and woe. 

3. With the same faith our bosom 

glows, 
Wherein those warriors stood, 
When in the cruel hands of those 
Who thirsted for their blood. 

4. God whom we serve, our God 

can save, 
Can damp the scorching flame, 
Can build an ark,or smooth a wave, 
For such as fear his name. 

5. Yea, should it ev'n to man appear 
At times, as tho' our Lord 

Forsook his chosen people here, 
At last he'll help afford. 



SELF-KNOWLEDGE. 



6. If but his arm support us still, 
Is but his joy our strength, 

We shall ascend the rugged hill, 
And conquerors prove at length. 

(510.) 432.* t. 56. 

BLESSED Jesus, : || : all our hearts 

incline (steps shine ; 

Thee to follow :f|: where thy foot- 

At all times and everywhere 

May our words and actions bear 

A resemblance, :||: gracious Lord, 

to thine. 

v. Pfeil. 

(513.) 433.* t. 164. 

HOW great at last my joy will be, 
If I have faithful proved 
To Christ, and 'midst adversity 
Till my last breath him loved : 
They who reproach here bear, 
In heaven a crown shall wear ; 
Who follow Christ are truly blest, 
For they with him shall ever rest, 
v. Bonnin. 



(514.) 434. 



149 
t. 159. 



We covenant with hand and heart, 

To follow Christ, our Lord ; 
With world, and sin, and self to part, 

And to obey his word : 
To love each other heartily, 

In truth and in sincerity, 
And under cross, reproach and 
shame, 

To glorify his name. 



(515.) 



435. 



t. 155. 



AMEN, Ruler of thy Church, 
Grant, we pray, this our petition : 

In submission 
To thy will, with steady pace, 

In thy ways 
To proceed : if thou attend us, 
Cross and shame shall not offend us; 
Thee we boldly will confess. 

z. 



XXV. SELF-KNOWLEDGE, AND SIGHING FOR GRACE. 



(516.) 436. t. 37. 

THEY that are whole need not 

The good Physician ; 
But they who know and feel 

Their lost condition, 
Bewail their wretched state, 

To Christ appealing, 
Experience of his stripes 

The virtue healing. 
2. We know, that in our flesh 

No good thing dwelleth ; 
But with ne'er failing skill 

Our wounds he healeth : 
Thus spirit, body, soul, 

Tho' poor and needy, 



Can to rejoice in him 
Be ever ready. 



(518.) 



437."* 



t. 22. 



MY soul before thee prostrate lies, 
To thee, its source, my spirit flies ; 
O turn to me thy cheering face ; 
Pm poor, enrich me with thy grace. 

2. Deeply convinc'd of sin, I cry, 
In thy death, Saviour, let me die : 
O may the world,may self and pride 
In me henceforth be crucified. 

3. Take full possession of my heart, 
To me thy lowly mind impart ; 



150 



SELF-KNOWLEDGE. 



Break nature's bonds, and let me 

see, 
He whom thou free'st,indeed is free. 

4. My heart in thee and in thy ways 
Delights, yet from thy presence 

strays ; 

keep, I pray, my wavering mind 
Stay'd upon thee, to thee resign'd. 

5. I know that nought in me avails, 
Here all my strength and wisdom 

fails ; 
Who bids a sinful heart be clean I 
Thou only, Saviour of lost men. 

6. Still will I wait, O Lord, on thee, 
Till in thy light the light I see ; 
Till thou in my behalf appear, 
To banish every doubt and fear. 

7. All my own schemes, each fond 

design, 

1 to thy better will resign ; 
Impress this deeply on my breast, 
That I in thee am truly blest. 

8. Then ev'n in storms I thee shall 

know, 
My sure support and refuge too ; 
In every trial I shall prove, 
Assuredly, that God is love. 

C. F. Richter. 

(520.) 438* t.141. 

I AM a poor sinner, 

This I surely know ; 
And if my dear Saviour 

Did not love me so, 
As ne'er to forsake me, 

Worthless tho' I be, 
He ere now his mercy 

Had withdrawn from me. 
2. Grace and a sensation 

Of my sinfulness, 
Keep on each occasion 

In me equal pace : 



While I own ashamed, 

I deserved wrath ; 
I rejoice, reclaimed 

From sin's power, by faith. 

3. Jesus, when thy blessings 
Fill my needy heart, 

Fear and anxious doubtings 
Then from me depart ; 

1, in thy atonement, 
My election trace, 

And rejoice, astonish'd 
At my lot of grace. 

4. Witness true and faithful, 
Christ, the Church's Head, 

All is Yea and Amen 

Thou hast promised l 
As I am, so take me 

With my worst and best ; 
Ever thine preserve me 

Till with thee I rest. 

5. While we thy past dealings 
Gratefully review, 

We're assur'd, thy mercies 
Are each morning new ; 

And that thou wilt freely 
Give thy promis'd grace, 

And amidst our weakness 
Form us to thy praise. 

Z inzendorf 

(521.) 439.* t. 141. 

JESUS' love unbounded 

None can e'er explain ; 
Yet, alas, how often 

Do we cause him pain : 
Even those still grieve him, 

Who enjoy his grace, 
And, to him devoted, 

Should show forth his praise. 

2. Lord, thy body's Saviour, 
Comfort us anew ; 

Ah, regard our weeping ; 
Thy compassion show : 



SELF-KNOWLEDGE. 



IS1 



Pardon our transgressions, 
Hear our fervent cry, 

And our souls and bodies 
Heal and sanctify. 

3. All our days, O Jesus, 

Hallow unto thee ; 
May our conversation 

To thy honour be : 
Let us all experience 

To the end of days, 
Thy reviving presence 

'Midst thy chosen race 



(522.) 



440.* 



Zinzendorf. 

t. 30. 



O MY God, I come oppress'd with 
sadness, (gladness, 

Fill my troubled soul with joy and 
In thy salvation ; (lation. 

No where else I find true conso- 

2. Faithfully thy Spirit me directed, 
But his warnings I have oft neg- 
Most gracious Saviour, (lected ; 
Pardon and restore me to thy 
favour. 

3. 1 confess, O Lord, with deep con- 
trition, (tion ; 
My unfaithfulness, hear my peti- 
Comfort and bless me, (refresh me. 
With thy gracious presence now 

4. O baptize me with thy fire and 
Spirit % (merit 

Grant me from the fulness of thy 
True heart's compunction, (tion. 
Primitive love, simplicity, and unc- 

b. Give me grace to walk with cir- 
cumspection ; (infection 
Keep me from the world's and sin's 
That my behaviour (Saviour. 
May adorn thy doctrine, gracious 
£, C. Schlicht. 



(523.) 441.* t. 16. 

O WHAT would be my condition, 
Did not Jesus stand my friend ! 
But his faithful love and mercy 
Keep me from all danger screen'd. 

2. Doth howe'er in my frail nature 
Something stir that is not good, 
And might to my soul prove hurtful. 
Straight I turn to Jesus' blood : — 

3. Straight to Jesus' wounds and 

bruises, 
With believing confidence : 
Thus I always can find shelter 
From sin's baneful influence. 

4. Lamb of God, display the virtue 
Of thy sanctifying blood ; 
Overstream with life and blessing 
Us poor sinners 'fore thee bow'd ; 

5. Sinners, in ourselves unworthy 
Of the smallest crumb of grace, 
But who dare of boundless mercy 
Boast, to our Redeemer's praise. 

M. Hehl. 

(525.) 442.* t.b. p. 114. 

WHEN I am conscious truly 
Of my great sinfulness, 

And that so very slowly 
Towards the mark I press ; 

Nought then can comfort me, 

But Jesus' mercy free, 

And that he bore with patience 

My sins upon the tree. 

2. Yea, when I see in spirit 

My Saviour shed his blood, 
That I might life inherit 
And everlasting good ; 
Then I true happiness 
And joy in him possess, 
My eyes with tears flow over 
for heart-felt thankfulness, %. 



152 



SELF-KNOWLEDGE. 



443. 



t. 119, 



(527.) 

AT thy feet, :|: 

At thy pierced feet I lie ; (trition, 
Saviour, mark my heart's con- 
Listen to each broken sigh ; 
Ah, refuse not the petition 
Of a sinner, conscious he's unclean, 
Full of sin. :||: 

2. Make me clean, :||: 
My whole nature purify ; 

Wash me in that precious fountain, 
Which by faith I open'd see, 
Standing on the blissful mountain, 
Where thou bear'st my sin, my 
guilt, and shame, 

Slaughter'd Lamb. : (1 : 

3. Look on me, :||: 

See each painful wound and sore, 
Thou compassionate Physician, 
Speak the word,my sickness cure ; 
Wrest me from the sad condition, 
Into which transgression brought 
my soul ; 

Make me whole :||: 

4. Bid me live, : H : 

Bid a dying sinner live ; 
Raise, O raise my drooping spirit : 
Then to thee myself I'll give, 
And, until I heaven inherit, 
Every moment in thy service spend, 
Faithful Friend. : || : 
J. Hartley. 

(528.) 444. t. 14. 

O JESUS, Jesus, my good Lord, 
How wondrous is thy love, 

Thy patience, pity, tenderness, 
Which I each moment prove. 

2. I once was wholly dead in sin, 

And ignorant of thee, 
And liv'd contentedly therein, 

Nor knew thy love to me« 



3. But thine all-seeing eye then 

view'd, 
And mark'd my every way, 
Me still in tender love pursu'd, 
Who oft from thee did stray. 

4. Yet oh,how faithless is my mind, 
How prone to turn aside, 

And wander in its own deceits 
Of reasoning and of pride. 

5. How doth the old corruption 

strive 
And fight to reign again ; 
There's surely not a heart like mine, 
So wretched, dark, and vain. 

6. Thou Friend of sinners, love me 
The poorest and the worst: (still, 

Where sin abounded, well I know, 
Thy grace aboundeth most. 

7. Yet let me not thy grace abuse, 
And sin because thou'rt good : 

But let thy love fill me with shame, 
That I so long withstood. 

8. Onme,my King,exert thy power, 
Make old things pass away ; 

Create all new, draw me to thee 
Still nearer every day. 

9. Thou know'st which way to 

rectify 
Each stubborn ill within, 
How to subdue my every thought, 
And conquer all that's sin. 

10. Chastise me when I do amiss ; 
O might no thought arise 

Which is displeasing unto thee : 
Of grace send fresh supplies. 

11. Impress thy wounds upon my 
And all thy bitter pain ; (heart, 

Abide in me for evermore, 
And constant victory gain. 

M, Taylor. 



SELF-KNOWLEDGE. 



153 



(530.) 445. t. 151. 

COME, faithful Shepherd bind me 

With cords of love to thee, 
And evermore remind me 

That thou hast died for me : 
O may thy Holy Spirit 

Set this before mine eyes, 
That I thy death and merit 

Above all else may prize. 

2. Am I of my salvation 
Assured thro* thy love ; 

May I on each occasion 

To thee more faithful prove : 

Hast thou my sins forgiven, 
Then, leaving things behind, 

May I press on to heaven, 
And bear the prize in mind. 

3. Thou, Lord, wilt not forsake me, 
Tho* I am oft to blame ; 

As thy reward, O take me 

Anew, just as I am : 
Grant me henceforth, dear Saviour, 

While in this vale of tears, 
To look to thee, and never 

Give way to anxious fears. 

Hutton. 

446. t. 14. 

OH ! for a closer walk with God, 
A calm and heavenly frame ; 

A light to shine upon the road 
That leads me to the Lamb. 

2. Where is the blessedness I knew, 
When first I saw the Lord 1 

Where is the soul-refreshing view 
Of Jesus and his word 1 

3. What peaceful hours I once en- 

joy'd ! 
How sweet their memory still ! 
But they have left an aching void 
The world can never fill. 

4. Return, O holy Dove, return, 
Sweet messenger of rest ; 



I hate the sins that made thee 
mourn, 
And drove thee from my breast. 

5. The dearest idol I have known, 
Whate'er that idol be, 

Help me to tear it from thy throne , 
And worship only thee. 

6. So shall my walk be close with 
Calm and serene my frame; (God, 

So purer light shall mark the road 
That leads me to the Lamb. 

Cowpcr. 

(531.) 447. t. 106 or 90. 
AH, Lord, how apt am I to stray 
From thee, how prone to lust and 

pride ; 
Nature oft strives to bear the sway, 
And turn my heart from thee aside: 
Yet such vile, wretched sinners are 
The objects of thy love and care. 

2. Forbid,0 Lord, each vain desire, 
Bind my affections to thy cross; 
Quench all the sparks of nature's 

fire, 

May I count all for thee but loss: 
Lord Jesus, teai»each idol down* 
Thy love witMn my heart enthrone. 

3. O Jesus, wipe away my tears, 
Be unto me a healing balm ; 
Warm thou my heart, dispel my 

fears, 

And speak the tempest to a calm: 
Remove the maladies of sin, 
And in thy blood O wash me clean. 
4. 1 gladly will show forth thypraise 
If thou wilt gird me with thy 

power, 

And sing the glories of thy grace, 
Until my pilgrimage be o'er; 
With hallo w'd fire inspire my 

tongue, 

And love shall be my endless song. 
Countess Huntingdon's H, 



154 



SELF-KNOWLEDGE. 



448. t. 14. 

DEAR Lord ! accept a sinful 
Which of itself complains, (heart, 
And mourns, with much and fre- 
quent smart, 
The evil it contains. 

2. How eager are my thoughts to 

roam 
In quest of what they love ! 
But ah I when duty calls them 
How heavily they move ! (home, 

3. O cleanse me in a Saviour's 

blood, 
Transform me by thy power ; 
O make me thy belov'd abode, 
And let me rove no more. 

Cowper. 

(532.) 449. t. 22. 

VAIN are all efforts of the mind, 
The way of life and peace to find, 
Till on our hearts it is impress'd, 
That Jesus is our only rest. 

2. By my own strength I can't pro- 

cure 
True rest, nor even feel I'm poor ; 
^Strive I great comforts to obtain, 
Instead of joy I've nought but 

pain. 

3. He shows me how from him I 

rove (and love, 

And court my neighbour's praise 
How self-will raises discontent 
Against my Saviour's government. 

4. How soon when Satan tempts, I 

start, 
Pass by convictions in my heart, 
Let my first love and zeal abate, 
Fall, and my very fall forget. 

5. When, fill'd with humble shame, 

I feel (still, 

That he hath patience with me 



I sink abas'd before his face, 
And thank him for his boundless 
grace. 

6. Search out, discover, and erase, 
Whatever is not to thy praise ; 
All that might an obstruction prove 
To thy bless'd purposes of love. 

7. Complete thy work, my gracious 

King, 
My heart into subjection bring ; 
Destroy, I pray, the carnal mind, 
And make me quite to thee re- 
sign 'd. 

Delamotte. 

(533.) 450. t. 22. 

FROM my own works at last I 

cease, 
For God alone can give me peace; 
Fruitless my toil,and vain my care, 
Of my own strength I must despair, 

2. Lord, I despair myself to heal, 
I see my sin, but cannot feel 
True sorrow, till thy Spirit show 
My unbelief, the source of woe. 

3. 'Tis thine alone to change the 

heart, 
Thou only canst good gifts impart; 
I therefore will my heart resign 
To thee,0 cleanse and seal it thine. 

4. With humble faith on thee I 

call, (All : 

My Light, my Life, my Lord, my 
I wait, O Lord, to hear thee say, 
" My blood hath wash'd thy sins 

away." 

5. Speak, gracious Lord, my sick- 

ness cure, 

Make my infected nature pure ; 

Peace, righteousness, and joy im- 
part, 

And give thyself unto my heart, 
Wesley. 



SELF-KNOWLEDGE. 



155 



451. t. 22. 

WHEN darkness long has veil'd 
my mind, 

And smiling day once more ap- 
pears, 

Then, my Redeemer, then I find 

The folly of my doubts and fears. 

2. Straight I upbraid my wandering 

heart, 
And blush that I should ever be 
Thus prone to act so base a part, 
Or harbour one hard thought of 

thee. 

3. O let me then at length be taught, 
What I am still so slow to learn ; 
That God is love, and changes not, 
Nor knows the shadow of a turn. 

4. Sweet truth, and easy to repeat : 
But, when my faith is sharply tried, 
I find myself a learner yet, 
Unskilful, weak, and apt to slide 

5. But Oh ! my Lord, one look from 

thee 
Subdues the disobedient will, 
Drives doubt and discontent away, 
And thy rebellious worm is still. 

6. Thou art as ready to forgive, 
As I am ready to repine : 
Thou, therefore, all the praise re- 
ceive ; (mine 

Be shame and self-abhorrence 
Cowper. 

(534.) 452. t. 106or90 

JESUS, could I always keep 
My eye on thee, the living way, 

1 then,tho' once a wandering sheep, 
Should err no more, or run astray ; 
But wheresoe'er thou goest, I 
Should follow thee,not asking why. 
2. O that I never might forget 
What thou hast suffer'd for my 



To save my soul, and make me 

meet 
Once of thy glory to partake : 
O might I oft in spirit see 
How thou wast crucified for me. 

3. But, gracious Lord when I re- 
flect (thee ; 

How oft I've turn'd my eyes from 
How treated thee with cold neglect. 
And listen'd to the enemy ; 
And yet to find thee still the same, 
This fills my soul with humble 
shame. 

4. Astonish'd at thy feet I fall, 
Thy love exceeds my highest 

thought ; 
Henceforth be thou my All in all, 
Thou who with blood my soul hast 

bought ; (prove, 

May I henceforth more faithful 
And ne'er forget thy dying love. 
Vincy. 

(535.) 453. t. 79. 

WHEN, having been with guilt 

oppress'd, 
My wandering spirit findeth rest 
Thro ! Jesus' pardoning grace ; 
Then I by faith can call him mine, 
My needy soul doth then incline 
To be in Mary's happy place. 

2. My prayer is : Jesus, let me hear 
Thy voice, which can instruct and 

cheer 
My poor and worthless heart ; 
For should I cease thy words to 

obey, (stray, 

And from thy blessed presence 
Nature would soon its power assert. 

3. A single eye, a faithful heart, 
Dear Jesus, to thy child impart, 

In every trying hour ; (vent, 
Reason's tormenting thoughts pre- 



156 



SELF-KNOWLEDGE. 



Still keep my eye on thee intent, 
Till sight my faith and hope o'er- 
power. J. Swertner. 



(536.) 454. t.22. 

LORD Jesus, my most faithful 

friend, 
Thy aid unto thy child extend 
In each temptation's trying hour ; 
That sin may not my heart o'er- 

po wer. 

2. That spark enkindled in my heart 
Preserve unquench'd,tho' all the art 
Of Satan and the world be tried 
To draw me from thy faithful side. 

3. O let thy Spirit stay with me, 
To groan and speak my wants to 

thee ; 
Still let him show my every need, 
And that in thee I'm help'd in- 
deed. 

4. Thy faithfulness I oft have prov'd 
In countless trials quite unmov'd : 
Thy grace alone can me preserve, 
When my nail heart from thee 

would swerve. Z. (?) 

(537.) 455. t. 14. 

GRACIOUS Redeemer, Lamb of 
I thirst alone for thee ; (God, 

I long to enjoy thy saving grace, 
And taste thy mercy free. 

2. For mercy, mercy, Lord, I ask ; 
This is the total sum : 

Mercy, good Lord, is all my suit ; 
O let thy mercy come. 

3. Search me, O God, and know my 

heart, 
Try me,and know each thought : 
Oa me look down in mercy, Lord, 
Whom thou with blood hast 
bought. 



4. My faithlees heart, O gracious 
Correct with gentle hand; (Lord, 

In every danger help afford, 
| Alone I cannot stand. 

5. Without thy favour while I live 
Life but a burden is ; 

Nought else can satisfaction give, 
Experience shows me this. 

6. Haste then, O Lord, to thee I 
pray; 

Impart to me thy grace, 
That when this life is fled away 
In heaven I may have place. 



(538.) 456. t. 96 or 90. 

AH, give me, Lord, myself to feel, 
My inbred misery reveal ; (say, 
Ah, give me, Lord, I still would 
A heart to mourn, a heart to pray : 
My business this, my only care, 
My life, my every breath be prayer. 
2. Father, I want a thankful heart ; 
I wish to taste how good thou art, 
To plunge into thy mercy's sea, 
And comprehend thy love to me 
More fully with the saints below, 
Till I, as I am known, shall know. 

(539.) 457. t. 159. 

WITH what unwearied faithful- 
Lord, hast thou follow'd me ; (ness, 
Tho' I, regardless of thy grace, 
In darkness stray 'd from thee : 
How heavy hung the dismal cloud, 
How did distresses on me crowd : 
And I, despairing of relief, 
In thee had no belief. 
2. But thou, my kind, almighty 
Didst sin's dominion quell; (Friend, 
My misery and confusion end, 
And every cloud dispel : (grace, 
One look cast at the throne of 
One smile complacent from thy face, 



SELF-KNOWLEDGE. 



16*/ 



Assures me, that thy mercy free 
Is not withdrawn from me. 

A. Tranecker. 



458. 



t. 159. 



(540.) 

MY case to thee is fully known, 

On thee I cast my care ; 

Dear Saviour, that thy will be done 

In me, is all my prayer : 

O may I harbour in my breast 

No thought that cannot bear the 

test, 
When thou discover'st by thy light 
To me what is not right. 
2. Reality and solid ground, 
Firm root in thee to gain; (drown'd 
To feel thy precious blood hath 
Whatever gives thee pain : 
'Tis this I want, nor can I be 
Content, till 1 am one with thee. 
Until my life is hid in thine, 
Till thou art wholly mine. 

E. D. Rose. 

(541.) 459. t. 159. 

HOW needful, strictly to inquire 
And ask our hearts each day, 
" Doth Jesus' love me still inspire, 
My thoughts and actions sway ? 
Am I a branch in Christ the vine ] 
Am I his own, and is he mine 1 
Do I by faith unto him cleave, 
And to his honour live ]" 
2. The Spirit's witness, full and 
Will state the real case, (clear, 
And either draw a contrite tear, 

Or thanks unfeigned raise : 
Hence will the consequence ensue, 
That the full purpose we renew, 
i To run in faith the appointed race, 
' Supported by his grace. 

j (542.) " 400. t. 11. 

THEY who know cur Lord indeed. 
Find in him a friend in need, 



And behold in Jesus' face 
Nought but mercy, truth,and grace. 

2. They can cast by faith their care 
On that Lord who heareth prayer : 
And when they to him draw nigh. 
He doth all their wants supply. 

3. They who him their Saviour 
Lowly at his footstool bow ; (know. 
They to whom his name is dear. 
To offend him greatly fear. 

4. O how wondrous is his love 
To all who his goodness prove: 
Deep abasement, heavenly joy. 
Their alternate thoughts employ. 

5. Wonders without end we see, 
Countless mercies great and free : 
Lord, accept our thanks and praise 
For thy goodness, truth, and grace, 

(543.) 461. t.14. 

1 WITHOUT a consciousness with- 
Of poverty and need, (in 

An humbling sense of guilt and sin. 
We are not poor indeed. 

2. But all who know themselves 

aright, 
Are ready to confess, 
; Instructed by the Spirit's light, 
Their utter helplessness. 

3. How greatly he forgiveness 

wants, 

The contrite sinner knows ; 
| With inward spirit's ardour pants 

In Christ to find repose. 
■A. Who is so full of tenderness 

And patience, as thou, Lord 1 
But I mu6t own with shame, alas. 

I oft transgress thy word. 
5. Oh, from my heart, God Holy 
Ghost, 

This suit I make to thee : 



158 



SELF-KNOWLEDGE. 



Show me how much my ransom 
How great my poverty. (cost, 

(544.) 462.* t.22. 

O LORD, 'fore thee abas'd I fall, 
And on thy name for mercy call ; 
The faults indeed are numberless, 
Which humbly I to thee confess. 

2. I give myself to thee anew, 
My soul and body are thy due : 
Form me into thy likeness here, 
By means, or gentle, or severe. 

3. Grant that I may henceforth to 

thee 
More faithful and obedient be : 
O may thy blood and righteousness 
My beauty be, my glorious dress. 

(545.) 463. t. 36 

THY love unchanging is our con 

solution, (salvation, 

Thy patience and long-suffering our 
O thou, our yesterday, to-day, and 

ever, 

Most faithful Saviour. 

2. Thy purposes of love remain un 

shaken, (saken : 

Tho' we, alas, our vows have oft for- 
Forgive, bear with us, grant us thy 

direction, 

And kind protection. 

3. As a thick cloud let all our sins 

be blotted (be noted ; 

Out of thy book, that nothing past 
As children chasten us when we 

are failing, 

Heal us when ailing. 



546.) 



464. 



t. 141 

SINCE we, though unworthy, 
Through electing grace, 

'Midst thy ransom'd people 
Have obtain'd a place; 



Lord, may we be faithful 
To our covenant found, 

To thee, as our Shepherd, 
And thy flock fast bound. 

2. While we, deeply humbled, 
Own we're oft to blame, 

This abides our comfort, 
Thou art still the same : 

In thee all the needy 

Have a friend most dear, 

Whose love and forbearance 
Unexampled are. 

3. Hear the joint petition 
We present to thee, 

Whose unbounded mercy 

Is our only plea : 
All that is displeasing 

Unto thee, forgive ; 
More to thy name's glory 

May we henceforth live. 

(549.) 465. t. 14 

I KNOW the weakness of my soul. 

But Jesus is my stay ; 
My kind Redeemer hath engag'd 

To lead me in his way. 
2. For ever he abides the same, 

Tho' I to change am prone ; 
My welfare always he promotes, 

Who chose me for his own. 

(551.) 466.* T. 97. 

WHATE'ER I am, whate'er I do, 
'Tis grace I must ascribe it to ; 
This can alone my heart preserve ; 
For I'm so liable to swerve, 
That ev'n the grace which thou to- 
day bestow'st, (lost. 
If not renew'd, to-morrow might be 

z. 

(552.) 467. T. 590. 

THE worst of evils we can name 
Is an unfaithful heart ; 



SANCTIFItJATION. 



May none amongst us from our 
Be tempted to depart : (Lord 

Our human frailty need not lead 
Our souls from him astray ; 

For he the needful strength imparts 
To walk the narrow way. 

(553.) 468.* t. 590. 

FEAR not, without reserve disclose 
The festering wounds of sin : 
Your case the Lord, your Healer, 

knows ; 
His blood can wash you clean : 
There is a balm in Gilead, 
To cure the sin-sick soul ; 



159 

None e'er to Christ for refuge fled 
But was by him made whole. z 



(555.) 



469.* t. 214. 



THOUGH by nature I'm defiled, 
Jesus' blood hath made me clean ; 
He my sin-sick soul hath healed : 
Yea, tho r traces still remain 
Of my former sad condition, 
When to him for help I cry, 
He to soothe my grief is nigh .* 
Lord, remain my kind physician, 
! I, thy patient, then am sure 
'Thou wilt work a thorough cure, 
Gregor, 



XXVI. SANCTIFICATION. 
(561.) 470.* T. 22. [Is honest, lovely, pure, and just, 

JESUS, the church's Lord andl B ^ faith in thee is then producU 

Head, 6. Preserve, O Lord, our garment* 

The Spirit's influence on us shed,. pure, 

Whom thou, while sinners, by thy Keep us from every harm secure ; 

blood (God. j Our members render thro' thy grace 

Hast ransom'd and brought nigh to i Blest instruments of righteousness . 

2. Since thou our wretched, lost 7« May spirit, soul, and body be 
In mercy didst commiserate, (estate; A pleasing sacrifice to thee ; 
And feeble flesh and blood assume, Thy name we bear, our hearts thou 
To save us from the wrath to come : know'st, 

3. We are, if we in thee believe, In thee aIone we P lace °ur trust. 
And from thy fulness grace receive, 



Made clean and sanctified by thee, 
And serve thy name acceptably. 

4. Renew'd in heart, we're then in- 

clin'd 
To live according to thy mind : 
Can we do good— with cheerfulness 
We do it, and give thee the praise. 

5. Whatever honors thee our Lord, 
What is call'd virtue in thy word, 



(562.) 471.* t. 11. 

MIGHTY God, we humbly pray, 
Let thy power so bear the sway. 
That in all things we may show 
That we in thy likeness grow. 

2. Grant that all of us may prove, 
By obedience, faith, and love 
That our hearts to thee are given, 
That our treasure is in heaven. 



160 



SANCTIFICATION. 



3. May it in our walk be seen, 
That we have with Jesus been, 
That as king o'er us he reigns, 
And unrivaird sway maintains. 

4. Then shall we in every state, 
Soul and body dedicate 

Unto him who for us died, 

Till with him we're glorified. z. 

563. 472.* t. 14. 

HOW can a sinner here below 

Be pleasing unto God ] 
By his own righteousness ] — O no : 

Alone through Jesus' blood. 



- 



Pardon in his blood, and peace 

ceived ; 
Hath not found that holiness 
Which adorns a child of grace. 

2. But how happy is the soul that 
cleaveth, 

To the Friend of sinners poor ; 

And with humble confidence be- 
lieve th, 

My diseases he can cure : 

While with shame confessing, that 
by nature 

He throughout is a corrupted crea- 
ture. 



2. When thro' his merits we obtain | Bv the b J ood of Christ appl i e d, 



The gift of pardoning grace 
A sanctified heart we gain, 
And walk in holiness. 

3. If anything in us appears 
Unlike to Jesus' mind. 

To own it with repenting tears, 
Ah, may we be inclin'd. 

4. A child of God for ever pants 
More like his Lord to be ; 



I He is cleans'd and sanctified. 



;{565. 



474. 



t. 151. 



I WHO thro' Christ's blood remission 
Of all his sins hath gain'd, 

i And without intermission 
With Jesus hath remain'd ; 

To true sanctification 

. Attains through Jesus' grace. 

1 ho with conviction still he grants, i A ,' . , • 6 ? 

rr.t «. . i i * tt And in his conversation 

lnat none is good but He. ol e .. , . . , 

. ° ©hows torth his baviour s praise. 

5. Oft as in spirit Christ he views, 

This is his humble crv, 2 - 0ur pleasure and our duty, 

Which he continually renews : ' Though opposite before, 

" As thou wast, O were I !" [Since we have seen his beauty, 
/> lixxtu 4. i ■ i *u v a l Are join'd to part no more ; 

6. "Whateenscarnal, through thy; uis J r hi he / leasurej 

In me be mortified ; (grace; No lesg * £ , ■ ,', 

Thus clothed I inthynghteousness, T , ove Wm ^ J me 
I shall in thee abide. I * j u" *i n 

Louisa v. Hayn. j And SerVe him wlth ° UT alL 7 ' 

T. 585. 



473.* t. 185.(567.) 475. 



(564.) 

HE who striveth for sanctification, 
But is unrenew'd in heart, 
Feeling yet a secret condemnation, 
Since with sin he still takes part ; 
He who hath not yet in Christ be- 
lieved, 



BLESSED Jesus, we implore thee, 
Let us, cleans'd and purified, 
Walkin grace and truth before thee 
And in thee by faith abide ; 

Sanctified :|J: 
Both in body and in mind. 



SANCTIFICATION. 



161 



2. Unto us thy name's sweet savour 
Is an ointment poured forth ; 

In thine eyes we have found favour, 
Tho' deprav'd and void of worth ; 

And thy banner : fj : 
Over us is love divine. 

3. Now the conflict is decided, 
We count all things else but loss ; 
What with thee our hearts divided 
Now is nailed to thy cross : 

We will glory :j{: 
In the wounded Lamb of God. 

4. We will dwell on Calvary's 

mountain, 
Where the flocks of Zion feed ; 
Oft resort unto the fountain, 
Open'd when the Lord did bleed ; 

Thence deriving :jj: 
Grace, and life, and holiness. 

5. There, with trimmed lamps we'll 

tarry, 
Till the Lord comes from on high, 
Watch in prayer and ne'er be weary, 
But await the midnight cry : 

Haste to meet him, :j|: 
Lo, the Bridegroom draweth nigh. 
& On that day of consummation 
May we sinners mercy find, 
Saved with complete salvation, 
And not one be left behind ; 

As wise virgins :||: 
May we then before thee stand. 



(568.) 



476.^ 



t. 185. 



WITH new life endow'd by Christ 
our Saviour, 
May we to the world be dead ; 
That great prize to gain be our en- 
deavour, 
Purchas'd when for us he bled : 
By his love constraint may we 
adore him, 

13 



Thinking, speaking, acting, as be- 
fore him, 
Being to his gracious mind 
Ever willingly resign'd. 
2. May we all be ever so disposed 
In our hearts by day and night, 
As when, this life's period being 
closed, 
We to him shall take our flight : 
Or as when, releas'd from condem- 
nation, (tion, 
We receiv'd the seal of our salva- 
And obtained thro' his blood 
Happiness and peace with God. 
z 

(571.) 477.* t. 102. 

CHRIST crucified, my soul by 

faith 
With thee desires to be united ; 
For, as the purchase of thy death, 
To thy communion I'm invited : 
O hear my petition, and let me 

with thee (in me. 

Be crucified, Jesus, with all that's 

2. O that I might still more enjoy 
The blessed fruits of all thy pas- 
sion : 

Thy merits to my soul apply, 
And let me share thy great sal- 
vation : 
O hear my petition, &c. 

3. Let me in all things conqueror 

prove, 
Deliver me from sin's infection ; 
Preserve me in thy sacred love 
As well in joy as in affliction : 
O hear my petition, &c. 

J. C. Schmidt. 

(572.) 478.* t. 185. 

TO the soul that seeks him Christ 

is gracious ; 
They who wait, ne'er wait in vain* 



162 



SANCTIFICATION. 



But experience him a God propi- 
He the feeble doth sustain : (tious ; 
Hungry souls he on rich pastures 

feedeth, (leadeth, 

Those who thirst, to living waters 
Hears the needy sinner's cry, 
And to help and save is nigh. 
% Hath he join'd us to the church, 

his body, 
O may we in him abide ; (ready, 
As wise virgins be to meet him 
Be our lamps with oil supplied : 
Looking unto him for preservation, 
May we shielded be from each 

temptation, 
And unto the end endure. 
Making our election sure. 

479. t. 14. 

OH for a heart to praise my God. 
A heart from sin set free ; 
A heart that's sprinkled with the 
So freely shed for me ! — (blood 

2. A heart resign'd, submissive, 
My dear Redeemer's throne; (meek, 
Where only Christ is heard to 
Where Jesus reigns alone : (speak, 

3. An humble, lowly, contrite 
Believing, true, and clean, (heart, 
Which neither death nor life can 

part 
From him that dwells within :-— 

4. A heart in every thought re- 

new'd, 
And fill'd with love divine ; 
Perfect, and right, and pure, and 
A copy, Lord, of thine. (good, 

5. Thy nature, gracious Lord, im- 
Come quickly from above : (part ; 
Write thy new name upon my 

heart, 
Thy new, best name of love. 

C Wesley. 



(573.) 480. t. 58#> 

HALLELUJAH, praise be given 

Unto Jesus, who for us 
Left his glorious throne in heaven. 

And was offer 'd on the cross ; 
That his sufferings :||: 
Might retrieve our dreadful loss. 
2. We behold in him our brother. 

Unto us by blood allied : (other. 
He's our strength, we need no 

For our wants he will provide ; 
Soul and body :||: 
May through him be sanctified. 

(574.) 481. t. 185. 

SHOULD our minds, to earthly 
objects cleaving, 
Of the mark forgetful prove I 
God forbid ! all worldly trifles leav- 
ing, 
Let us fix our thoughts above. 
Have with Christ in heaven our 
conversation, (tion. 

Keep in view our blessed destina- 
As redeem 'd from this world's 

thrall, 
To pursue our heavenly call. 

2. Let us watch and pray, and 

never slumber, 
Lest the foe approach unseen. 
Cast away whate'er would us en- 
cumber : 
Fear to touch the thing unclean: 
Lest, escaped from the world's pol- 
lution, (sion : 
We again give way to sin's delu- 
Ah, 'twould cause us pungent 

pain 
Christ to crucify again. 

3. God be prais'd. tho' in ourselves 

denied, 
Tho' sin cleaveth to us still. 



SANCTIFICATION. 



By the tempter we need not be 
If to Jesus we appeal ; (foiled, 

Yet our Lord a faithful heart de- 
mandeth : (tendeth 

Happy, who with listening ear at- 
To the Spirit's warning voice, 
Nor his chastening doth despise. 

(577.) 482. t. 79. 

DEAR Lord, my soui desireth, 
In all thy word requireth, 
By works to adorn thy grace : 
O may my conversation 
Display on each occasion 
That holy mind which in thee was. 

(578.) 483.* t. 68. 

WHILE we take our seat 

At the Master's feet, 
Urg'd by love, we in our measure 
His commandments keep with plea- 
Doth he strength bestow, (sure ; 
We can all things do. 



163 
T. 79. 



484. 



t. 14. 



(579.) 

BESPRINKLE with thy blood my 
heart, 

O Jesus, Son of God ; 
And take away whate'er thy grace 

Hath hitherto withstood. 

2. Earthly affections mortify, 
And carnal nature's strife ; 

O may I henceforth only thirst 
For thee, the well of life. 

3. Waters of life hence may I 

draw, 
And never more depart : 
My ardent longing is, O Lord, 
Fix at this spring my heart. 

4. Alas, with shame I own that oft 
I've turned away from thee : 

i) let thy work, renew 'd to-day 
Remain eternally. j. Hutton. 



(580.) 485.* 

JESUS, thyself to us reveal, 
Grant that we may not only feel 
Some drawings of thy grace, 
But in communion with thee live. 
And daily from thy death derive 
The needful strength to run our 
race. 

2. O let us always think thee near. 
Near unto us as is the air 
Which constantly we breathe : 
Thus will from all we think or do 
To thee unfeigned praises flow ; 
For thine we are in life and death. 

3. Jesus, thou fain wouldst have 

us be (thee ; 

In all things more conform'd to 
We're fill'd with conscious shame, 
And thank thee for thy care and 

love; (prove. 

Thy patience, which we richly 

Our heart-felt gratitude doth claim. 

Joh. de Watte ville. 

486. t. 11. 

LORD, I look for grace to thee ; 
Meek and humble may I be, 
Pride and anger put away, 
Love for injuries repay. 

2. May I hate a lying tongue. 
Never seek another's wrong, 
From all paths of fraud abstain, 
And abhor unlawful gain, 

3. Lord, each evil temper cure, 
Banish every thought impure, 
Cleanse my heart, my sins forgive ; 
Teach me to thy praise to live. 

(582.) 487. t 16. 

JESUS, by thy Holy Spirit 
May we all instructed be ; 
Sanctify us by the merit 
Of thy bless'd humanity. ^ 



164 



SANCTIFICATION. 



2. Grant that we may love thee 

truly ; (sway, 

Lord, our thoughts and actions 
And to every heart more fully 
Thy atoning power display. 

3. Lead us so that we may honour 
Thee, the Lord our righteousness, 
And bring fruit to thee, the donor 
Of all gospel-truth and grace. 

z. 

488. t. 14. 

OH that the Lord would guide my 

To keep his statutes still ! (ways, 
Oh that my God would grant me 

To know and do his will ! (grace 
2. O send thy Spirit down to write 

Thy law upon my heart ! 
Nor let my tongue indulge deceit, 

Nor act the liar's part. 
9: From vanity turn off my eyes ; 

Let no corrupt design, 
Nor covetous desires arise 

Within this soul of mine. 

4. Order my footsteps by thy word 
And make my heart sincere ; 

Let sin have no dominion, Lord, 
But keep my conscience clear. 

5. My soul has gone too far astray 
My feet too often slip, 

Yet I have not forgot thy way ; 
Restore thy wandering sheep. 

6. Make me to walk in thy com- 
'Tis a delightful road ; (mands, 

Nor let my head, or heart, or 

Offend against my God. (hands 

Watts. 

(585.) 489.* t. 590. 

O THOU, whose human life for us 

Did happiness obtain ; 
Thou who, expiring on the cross, 

God's image didst regain ; 



Once lost it was, but is restored 

By thy humanity ; 
Under thy shadow, Son of Man, 

'Tis good a man to be. 

Gregor. 

(586.) 490. t. 586. 

HOW could I bear to be partaker 
Of sinful, frail humanity, 

Had not the world's almighty Maker 
Become a sinless man for me 1 

But since my God assum'd my na- 
ture, 

I gladly am a human creature ; 
For such his mercies are, 
He takes a tender share 

In all I bear. Nyberg. 

(588.) 491.* t. 228. 

JESUS, were we thro' thy grace 
In all respects form'd to thy praise, 
Like thee in thought and action ; 

i Did we but wake and sleep to thee, 
Bear pain and sickness patiently, 
Trusting in thy direction : 

Where'er — we are, 
Might, dear Saviour, — our be- 
Thro' thy blessing, (haviour, 
| Always be to thee well-pleasing. 

z. 

|(589.) 492.* t. 79. 

THY law, O Lord, be my delight ; 
My gracious King, thy statutes 
In my untoward heart : (write 
Thy power divine afford me grace 
To love thee, and to walk thy ways, 
And never from thee to depart. 

CL Arnold, 

(590.) 493. x. 14. 

1 ASK not honour, pomp, or praise, 

By worldly men esteem'd ; 

I wish from sin's deceitful ways 

To feel mv soul redeem'd. 



HUMILITY, AND GROWTH IN GRACE. 



2. I wish as faithful Christians do, 
Dear Lord, to live to thee, 

And by my words and walk to 
That thou hast died for me. (show, 

3. O grant me, thro' thy precious 

blood, 
Thy gospel thus to grace : 
Renew my heart, O Lamb of God, 
Thus shall my works thee praise. 

4. Quick as the apple of the eye, 
God, my conscience make ; 

Arouse my soul when sin is nigh, 
And keep me still awake. 

J. Cennick. 



165 

(591.) 494. t. 114. 

GOD, who art love, the same both 
now and ever, 

Lift up, we pray, an us thy coun- 
tenance, 

Thy pardon grant, thy peace divine 
dispense, 

And give us richly to enjoy thy 
favour ; 

On us thy sactifying grace be- 
stow, 

That in thy love and knowledge we 
may grow. 



XXVII. 



HUMILITY, SIMPLICITY, AND GROWTH IN 
GRACE. 



495.* 



T. 151. 



(593.) 

GENTLE is the coercion 

Of Jesus' power and love ; 
Without it my exertion 

Must unavailing prove : 
Humble in heart and broken, 

To Christ for strength I flee ; 
« My grace," himself hath spoken, 

" Sufficient is for thee." 

2. If ask'd : " hast thou already 
In grace such progress made, 

As with steps firm and steady 
The appointed path to tread 1" 

I own : " I'm weak and feeble, 
Alone I cannot stand ; 

'Tis Christ who makes me stable, 
And holds me by the hand." 

3. Is good in contemplation, 
I on my Saviour call, 

Who gave the intimation, 
And worketh all in all ; 



The wish'd-for good effected, 
His gracious help I own, 

Who hath the work directed : 
The praise be his alone. 



(594.) 



496.* 



t. 83. 



WOULD we inward peace enjoy. 
We must first be poor in spirit, 
At the feet of Jesus lie, 
Trusting only in his merit ; 
Then our kind and loving Lord 
Will to us his strength afford. 

2. None from God so distant are, 
None so sinful, none so wretched. 
But they may his mercy share, 
For his arms are still out-stretched: 
Yet we must, when we apply, 
On his grace alone rely. 

3. In this humble, happy frame, 
And from grace to grace proceeding. 
We press forward in his name, . 



166 

And have cause to bless his leading ; 
Gladden'd by his looks of grace, 
We run our appointed race. 



HUMILITY, AND 



(596.) 



497. 



t. 590. 



LORD, the contrite sinner's 

friend, 

Most wretched should I be, 
Did I not know thy precious blood 

Was shed for worthless me : 
Nought could console me in dis- 

Or give my soul relief; (tress, 
When troubles seize my anxious 
breast, 

Nought could appease my grief. 
t. O give me, Jesus, give me still 

My poverty to know ; 
Increase my faith, may I in grace 

And in thy knowledge grow : 
More clearly to me manifest 

The mystery of thy cross ; 
And for this precious pearl may I 

Count all things else but dross. 
M. Taylor. 

(598.) 498.* t.22. 

MY Saviour, that I without thee 
Can nothing do, rejoices me : 
For all thy grace thou dost bestow, 

1 fain my gratitude would show. 

2. Tho' weak and poor, I am thine 

own ; 
All praise is due to thee alone, 
That thou, when humbly I appear 
Tore thee, in mercy drawest near. 

3. When pride would stir within 

my breast, 
I rind no happiness nor rest ; 
But, walking in humility, (thee, 
Have perfect peace and joy in 

4. O keep me contrite, low, and 

poor; 
Thus shall I praise thee evermore : 



Myself thrice blessed I can call, 
When I am nought and thou my 
All. \. Nitschman. 

(599.) 499.* t. 14. 

NONE God the Fathers favour 
share, 

Or heaven's kingdom win 
But those who little children are ? 

And as such enter in. 

2. The high and mighty ones the 

Lord 
Doth from their seats put down ; 
But to the poor doth grace afford, 
And them with blessings crown. 

3. O may I with submissiveness, 
Dear Lord, be taught by thee ; 

To thee obedience show thro* 
grace, 
And learn humility. 

4. Jesus, I humbly thee implore. 
Grant me thy Spirit's light, 

That he may teach me evermore. 
And guide my steps aright. 

5. A lowly mind impart to me. 
According to my prayer ; 

Since those who know their poverty , 
To the Most High are near. 

6. Thou, who in heaven art ador'd, 
Dost with the contrite dwell, 

Revive the humble by thy word, 
The broken-hearted heal. 

7. Therefore, my soul, delight no 

more 
In this world's vanity : 
Look forward ; Jesus hath in store 
Unfading joys for thee. 

8. Lord Jesus Christ, O may I grow 
Jn knowledge and in grace ; 

Grant that in me, while here below. 
Thy likeness all may trace. 



GROWTH IN GRACE. 



167 



500. T. 11.1 Meek Redeemer, now impart 

Thine own deep humility. 

2. Fain would I my Lord pursue. 
Would be all my Saviour taught, 
Do as Jesus bids me do, 
Fain would think as Jesus thought; 
But 'tis thou must change my 

heart, (thee ; 

This good gift must come from 
Meek Redeemer, now impart 
Thine own deep humility. 

3. Lord, I cannot, must not rest, 
Till I all thy mind obtain, 
Chase presumption from my breast, 
And thy heavenly mildness gain : 
Give me, Lord, thy gentle heart ; 
Lowliness my portion be ; 
Meek Redeemer, now impart 
Thine own deep humility. 

4. Let thy cross my will control. 
And conform me to my guide ; 
In thy image mould my soul, 
Crucify my sinful pride : 
Give me, Lord, a contrite heart, 
Ever looking up to thee ; 
Meek Redeemer, now impart 

! Thine own deep humility. 

Toplady. (ad.) 



LORD, if thou thy grace impart, j 
Poor in spirit, meek in heart, 
I shall as my Master be, 
Clothed with humility ; — 

2. Simple, teachable, and mild, 
Chang'd into a little child ; 
Pleas'd with all the Lord provides, 
Wean'd from all the world besides. 

3. Father, fix my soul on thee, 
Ever} 7 evil let me flee ; 
Nothing want beneath, above ; 
Happy in thy precious love. 

4. Oh that all may seek and find 
Every good in Christ combin'd ! 
Him let Israel still adore ; 
Trnst him, praise him evermore. 

Madan's Collection. 

(601.) 501.* t. 14. 

HAPPY the man whose highest 
Is Christ invariably ; (good 

He shows his love and gratitude 
By true humility. 

2. In weakness, power divine he 

gains, 
He dwells in peace and rest ; 
And owns with filial confidence : 
" Lord, what thou dost is best ; — 

3. --For thou art gracious, wise, 

and good, 
Thou know'st how help to afford, 
The time when it should be be- 
Thy goodness be ador'd."(stow'd: 



(602.) 



503. 



t. 141. 



502. 



t. 205. 



LORD, I feel a carnal mind, 
That doth hang about me still, 
Vainly tho' I strive to bind 
Mine own proud, rebellious will ; 
Does not haughtiness of heart 
Separate my God and me 1 



! GO, ye flattering visions, 

Honours, wealth, and lusts : 
! He who, lowly-minded, 

In our Saviour trusts, 
(Rich in grace, is blessed, 

Freed from anxious care ; 
! For the poor in spirit 

Heaven's kingdom share. 

z. 

1(603.) 504.* t. 16. 

WHEN simplicity we cherish, 
Then the soul is full of light; 



168 



HUMILITY, AND 



But that light will quickly vanish, 
When of Jesus we lose sight. 

2. He who nought but Christ de- 

sireth, 
He whom nothing else can cheer, 
But the joy which he inspireth, 
Lending to his voice an ear; — 

3. Who sincerely loveth Jesus, 
And upon his grace depends ; 
Who but willeth what him pleases, 
Simply following his commands ; 

4. Who to Jesus humbly cleaveth, 
Pays obedience to his word, 
Yea, in closest union liveth 
With our Saviour, Head, and Lord: 

5. Who in Jesus Christ abideth, 
And from self-dependence free, 
In nought else but him confideth : 
Walks in true simplicity : 

6. He who is by Christ directed, 
Trusting the good Shepherd's care, 
From all harm will be protected, 
And no danger needs to fear. 

Spangenfoerg. 



505.* 



t. 184. 



(604.) 

O BLEST condition, happy living, 
Which true simplicity imparts, 
When we to God ourselves are 
giving, (hearts : 

And Jesus* mind rules in our 
This lays our souls in deep prostra- 
tion, 
And fervent prayer before the 

throne, 

Casts down each vain imagination, 
Till every thought is Christ's alone. 
2. That which is by the world es 

teemed, 
A single mind counts vanity ; 
What's innocence by others deemed, 
Is shunn'd by true simplicity 



Because the love to things terres- 
trial 
We must deny thro* Jesus' grace. 
And, to obtain the prize celestial. 
Cast off whate'er impedes our race. 

3. The simple heart no care per- 

plexes, 
That robs the world of all content ; 
Envy nor strife his spirit vexes, 
Who lives in that calm element; 
He cherishes his hidden treasure, 
Unruffled by the worldling's spite : 
If others ask to share this pleasure, 
Simplicity tastes true delight. 

4. O Jesus, God of my salvation. 
Thy single mind impart to me ; 
Root out the world's infatuation. 
However keen the pain may be : 
Thrice happy they who tread un- 
wearied 

The path of true simplicity ; 
They as wise virgins are prepared 
To meet the Bridegroom cheerfully. 
Gr. Arnold. 

(605.) 506.* t. 22. 

MEEK, patient Lamb of God, im- 
part (heart ; 
Thy meekness to my stubborn 
Grant me to keep thee full in view. 
And thy example to pursue. 

2. Thy blood preserve my garments 

clean 
From every spot and stain of sin : 
As a wise virgin, to prepare 
For meeting thee, be all my care. 

3. Bestow on me a simple mind. 
To every hurtful fancy blind ; 
Thy meekness, true sincerity, 
And needful wisdom grant to me. 

4. Thou holy, spotless Lamb of 

God, (abode ; 

My worthless heart make thine 



GROWTH IN GRACE. 



16<* 



O may I in thine image grow, 
And honour thee in all I do. 

(606.) 507. T.106or90. 

A SINGLE mind to me impart ; 
Lord, may I sordid lucre flee, 
Nor set on earthly gain my heart, 
Hate avarice as idolatry ; 
Fix my desires on things above, 
Rich in possession of thy love. 

2. Let neither honours, pomp, nor 

pride, 
Nor this world's gaudy vanity, 
Which draw the soul from thee 

aside, 
Beguile me from simplicity ; 
May this my highest honour be, 
To be esteemed, Lord, by thee, 

3. Screen me in each unguarded 

hour. 
Lord, under thy protecting care ; 
Preserve me from seduction's 

power, 
Lest fleshly lusts my soul ensnare : 
May I to avarice, lust, and pride 
Say, " Christ destroy'd you when 

he died." 

(609.) 508.* t. 167. 

TO belong to Christ our Saviour, 
Christian, what doth this imply 1 
Constantly to seek his favour, 
Ever watching faithfully ; 
To implore his kind direction 
Day by day in all we do ; 
To confide in his protection, 
Freed from every earthly view. 

Z. 

(610.) 509.* t. 151. 

AMIDST this world's profaneness 
May I thy truth confess ; 

In primitive way and plainness, 
Thy servant be thro' grace : 



Nor fear, nor interest ever 
Cause me to turn aside, 

Or my connexion sever 
With thy redeemed bride, 

(612.) 510.* t. 22. 

CHRIST is the Vine, we branches 

are; 

Without him we no fruit can bear i 
For of ourselves we cannot grow, 
He must both power and life be- 
stow. 

2. Lord, thou hast chosen us, that 
we (thee : 

Should bear well-pleasing fruit to 
O make us fruitful to thy praise; 
Preserve us all from barrenness. 

J. Nitsehman* 

(613.) 511. t. 11. 

JESUS, who for me hast died, 
Grant I may in thee abide ; 
Set me, Lord, unto thy praise ; 
Water me with showers of grace. 

2. Make my heart a garden fair, 
Which such pleasant fruit may 
As affords true joy to thee (bear. 
And thy Father constantly. 

3. In thy garden here below 
Water me that I may grow: 
When all grace to me is giv'n, 
Then transplant me into heaven. 

Hammond. 

(614.) 512.* t. 167. 

AS the branches are connected 
With the vine, ev'n so thro' grace 
A close union is effected 
'Twixt the Lord our righteousness 
And believers, who, though feeble. 
Life and power from him derive, 
And thereby are render'd able, 
Bearing fruit, to grow and thrive. 
Gregor- 



170 



PATIENCE, AND 



(615.) 513.* t. 10. 

WOULD we by our behaviour 
Show that we love our Saviour ; 
He only can instruct us, 
And in the way conduct us. 
2. Thro' his atonement's powers 
O may we bloom like flowers, 
And by his grace and blessing 
Bear fruit to him well-pleasing. 

Gregor. 

(616.) 514.* t. 185. 

IN thy love and knowledge, gra- 
cious Saviour, 
May we more and more abound ; 
Thy complete atonement shall for 

ever 
Of our doctrine be the ground : 
Grant that all may, in thy word 
believing, (cleaving, 

And to thee, the Vine, as branches 
Thro' thy Father's nursing care 
Fruit unto thy honour bear. z 

(617.) 515.* t. 4. 

LORD Jesus, be near, 
Thou seest us here ; 



Unite us in heart : 
Dear Lord, come and bless us, our 
Brother thou art. 

2. Soon make us to be 
Well-pleasing to thee ; 
'Tis time and 'tis right 

To bring forth some fruit which 
may yield thee delight, 

3. From this very day 
We will not delay 
To follow the Lamb, 

To serve him with gladness, and 
honour his name. z. 

(619.) 516. t. 228. 

BE this our happy destiny, 

Lord Jesus, to be one with thee ; 

Grant, thro' thy Spirit's leading, 

That we may gain yet firmer root 
| In thee, and bear abundant fruit, 

From grace to grace proceeding : 

From thee — daily 

Strength receiving, — to thee cleav- 
ing, 

Blessed Jesus; 

Thus we shall show forth thy 
praises. 



XXVIII. 



PATIENCE UNDER AFFLICTION, AND CONFI- 
DENCE IN GOD. 



(620.) 517. t. 14. 

GOD moves in a mysterious way, 
His wonders to perform ; 

He plants his footsteps in the sea, 
And rides upon the storm. 

2. Deep in unfathomable mines 

Of never-failing skill 
He treasures up his bright designs, 

And works his sovereign will. 



3. Ye fearful saints, fresh courage 

take ; 
The clouds you so much dread 
Are big with mercy, and shall break 
In blessings on your head. 

4. Judge not the Lord by feeble 

sense, 
But trust him for his grace ; 
Behind a frowning providence 
He hides a smiling face. 



CONFIDENCE IN GOD. 



171 



5. His purposes will ripen fast, 
Unfolding every hour : 

The bud may have a bitter taste, 
But sweet will be the flower. 

6. Blind unbelief is sure to err, 
And scan his work in vain ; 

God is his own interpreter, 
And he will make it plain. 

Cowper. 



(621.) 



518. 



t. 22. 



DESPONDING soul, thou need'st 
not fear, (hear ; 

Since God thy every prayer doth 
In his own time he'll surely grant, 
As he thinks fit, what thou dost 

want ; — 
2. For he thy case doth under- 
stand ; 
Himself will take thy cause in 

hand : 
The scale will turn, and thou shalt 
Asham'd of thy anxiety. (be 

(622.) 519.* t. 151. 

IS God my strong Salvation, 

No enemy I fear ; 
He hears my supplication, 

Dispelling all my care : 
If he, my Head and Master, 

Defend me from above, 
What pain or what disaster 

Can part me from his love ] 

2. Of this I am persuaded ; 
With joy I can declare, 

His love to me ne'er faded, 
He listens to my prayer ; 

He aid to me dispenses, 

He stands at my right hand ; 

Yea, when a storm advances, 
'Tis calm at his command. 

3. The ground of my profession 
Is Jesus and his blood ; 



He gives me the possession 

Of everlasting good : 
Myself and whatsoever 

Is mine I cannot trust ; 
The gifts of Christ my Saviour 

Remain my only boast. 

4. His Spirit is the sovereign 
Possessor of my heart ; 

There he alone shall govern, 
And slavish fear depart : 

He gives his benediction, 
Yea, helpeth me to cry 

Abba, when in affliction, 
With child-like fervency. 

5. His Spirit cheers my spirit 
With many a precious word. 

That I shall joy inherit. 
By trusting in the Lord : 

Since after tribulation 
All those who Jesus love, 

Have that blest expectation 
To live with him above. 

6. Should earth lose its foundation. 
He stands my lasting rock ; 

No temporal desolation 

Shall give my love a shock : 

111 cleave to Christ my Saviour. 
No object, small or great, 

Nor height, nor depth, shall ever 
Me from him separate. 

P. Gerhard. 

(623.) 520. t. 14. 

GOD is my Saviour and ray light. 

Why should I be dismay'd? 
'Tis he defends my life ; of whom 

Then need I be afraid 1 

2. Hear my requests, O Lord, and 
An answer full of grace : (give 

Thy face thou bidst me seek, and I 
Reply : " I'll seek thy face." 

3. Lord, do not in displeasure hide 
Thyself, nor me reject ; 



172 



PATIENCE, AND 



The aid which I have had before, 
From thee I still expect. 

4. Wait still on God, my soul, from 
All needful strength derive ;(him 

Tho' he delay, he will at length 
The fainting heart revive. 

(624.) 521.* t. 159. 

LOOK up, my soul, to Christ thy 

With a believing mind ; (joy. 
With all the ills which thee annoy, 

The way to Jesus find : (home, 
Here in this world thou hast no 
Nor lasting joy ; to Jesus come, 
He is the pearl of greatest price, 

Who all thy wants supplies. 

2. Steadfast in faith to Jesus cleave, 
His faithfulness review, 

And every burden with him leave, 
Whose love is daily new : (right, 
His ways with thee are just and 
He puts thy enemies to flight, 
However threatening they appear ; 
Take courage, he is near. 

3. Thy closet enter, pray, and sigh, 
To Jesus tell thy grief; 

His ear is open to thy cry, 

His hands to give relief: (grieve 
Tho' men forsake thee, hate and 
Thy Saviour thee will never leave, 
His word is pass'd, he'll aid afford ; 
Rely upon the Lord. 

4. Lift up thy heart to him on high, 
And leave this sordid earth ; 

Behold with a believing eye 
God's excellence and worth : 

Devote thy life, thy all to him, 

Who did thy soul from death re- 
deem, 

In love to thee the cross endur'd, 
And life for thee proeur'd. 

5. Arise and seek the things above ; 
Let heaven be all thy aim, 



Where Jesus dwells in toliss and 
love, 

And earth and sin disclaim : 
The world and all its empty joy 
His potent breath will once destroy; 
Abiding rest and peace of mind 

In Christ alone we find. 



(625.) 



522. 



t.590. 



SINCE we can't doubt God's equal 

Unmeasurably kind ; (love, 

To his unerring, gracious will 

Be every wish resign'd; (good; 
Good, when he gives, supremely 

Nor less when he denies ; 
Ev'n crosses from his sovereign 
hand 

Are blessings in disguise. 
2. Whate'er I ask, I surely know 

And steadfastly believe, 
He will the things desired bestow. 

Or else a better give ; 
To thee I therefore, Lord, submit 

My every fond request, 
And own, adoring at thy feet, 

Thy will is always best. 

Bishop Kenn. 



(626.) 



523. 



t. 205. 



IF to Jesus for relief 
My poor soul hath fled by prayer. 
Why should I give way to grief. 
Or to heart-consuming care : 
Are not all things in his hand, 
Has he not the promise pass'd ? 
Will he then regardless stand, 
Will he let me sink at last ? 
2. While I know, his providence 
Still disposeth each event, 
Shall I judge by feeble sense, 
Shall I yield to discontent ? 
If he worms and sparrows feed. 
Clothe the grass in rich array ; 



CONFIDENCE IN GOD. 



173 



Can he see a child in need, 
From me turn his eye away 1 

3. When his name was quite un- 

known, 
And while sin my life employ'd, 
Then he watch'd me as his own, 
Or I must have been destroy'd : 
Now his mercy-seat I know, 
Now by grace I'm reconcil'd ; 
Would he spare me while a foe, 
Now to leave me when a child ? 

4. If he all my wants supplied, 
When I still disdain'd to pray ; 
Now his Spirit is my guide, 
How can Jesus answer nay ? 
If he would not give me up, 
When my soul against him fought ; 
Will he disappoint the hope, 
Which himself in me hath wrought] 

5. If he shed his precious blood, 
Me to bring to his bless'd fold ; 
Can I think, that meaner good 
He will e'er from me withhold ? 
Vain is Satan's each device, 
Here my hope rests well assur'd : 
In that great redemption-price 
I now see the whole secur'd. 

J. Newton, (ad.) 

(627.) 524. t. 22. 

WHO can condemn, since Christ 

hath died ? 
I by his blood am justified : 
He ever lives to intercede, 
And sends me help in time of need. 

2. What can from Christ me sepa- 
Shall trials howsoever great, (rate 1 
Shall tribulation or distress, 
Shall peril, sword, or nakedness 1 

3. O no, I shall in all things prove 
Conqueror thro' him who me did 

love; 



My Lord obtain 'd the victory, 
Sufficient is his grace for me. 
4. O love unbounded ! refuge sure ! 
My helpless soul now lives secured 
Long as in thee, O Lord, I trust, 
I know I never shall be lost. 

M. Taylor. 

(628.) 525. t. 590. 

NO more with trembling heart 1 

A multitude of things, (try- 

Still wishing to fiud out the source 

From whence salvation springs : 
My anchor's cast, cast on a ground, 

Where I shall ever rest 
From all the labour of my thoughts. 

And workings of my breast. 
2. What is my anchor? if you ask. 

" A hungry, helpless mind, 
Diving, with misery for its weight. 

Till firmest grace it find:'' 
What is my ground 1 " 'Tis Jesus 
Christ, 

Whom faithless eyes pass o'er : 
Yet here all sinners anchor may, 

And ne'er be shaken more." 

J. Gambold. 

526. t. 14. 



(629.) 

HOW happy we, when guilt is 
gone ; 

This alters our whole frame : 
The same occasions still come on, 

But we are not the same. 

2. The load which caus'd us anx- 

ious care, 
No more can weigh us down ; 
For Christ the burden helps to 
We bear it not alone. (bear, 

3. While we at honest labour toil, 
Our hearts may be at ease ; 

For if our Saviour on us smile, 
In trouble we have peace. 



174 



PATIENCE, AND 



4. Sick outwardly or in distress 
We may be, 'tis confess'd; 

But the believer ne'ertheless 
In trials finds he's bless'd. 

5. Have we thro' dangerous paths 

to rove, 
The shades of death to pass ; 
Our shield eternal is his love. 
Our light his glorious face. 

6. O Lord, we can rely on thee, 
We bless thy secret hand ; 

Thou between us and misery 
Of every kind dost stand. 



(630.) 



527. 



t. 22. 



WHEN by adversity I'm tried, 
In God, my rock, I will confide ; 
'Midst trials, whatsoe'er they be, 
Rely on his fidelity. 

2. I'll trust my great physician's 

skill, 
Kesign'd obey his blessed will ; (fit, 
For each disease he knows what's 
He's wise and good, and I submit. 

3. Altho' his medicine cause me 

smart, 
And wound me in the tenderest 
It is with a design to cure; (part, 
I must and will his touch endure. 

4. Lord Jesus Ghrist, afford me 

grace, 
In every trial thee to praise ; 
O let thy sacred will be mine, 
To thee myself I now resign. 

W. Foster. 



2. O grant me to desire the pain 
That comes in kindness down, 

More than the world's supremest 
Succeeded by a frown. (gain. 

3. Then, though thou bend my 

spirit low, 
Love only shall I see ; (blow, 
The very hand that strikes the 
Was wounded once for me. 

Edmeston . 



529. 



t. 205. 



528. 



T.14. 



O THOUJjwhose mercy guides my 
way, 

Though now it seem severe. 
Forbid my unbelief to say, 

There is no mercy here. 



'TIS my happiness below, 
Not to live without the cross ; 
But the Saviour's power to know. 
Sanctifying every loss : 
Trials must and will befall ; 
But, with humble faith to see 
Love inscrib'd upon them all, 
This is happiness to me. 

2. God in Israel sows the seeds 
Of affliction, pain, and toil; (weeds. 
These spring up, and choke the 
Which would else o'erspread the 

soil : 
Trials make the promise sweet; 
Trials give new life to prayer ; 
Trials bring me to his feet, 
Lay me low, and keep me there. 

3. Did I meet no trials here, 
No correction by the way, 
Might I not with reason fear, 
I should prove a cast-away ? 
Worldlings may escape the rod. 
Sunk in earthly, vain delight ; 
But the true-born child of God 
Must not, would not, if he might. 

Cowper. 



530. 



t. 166. 



'MIDST stormy days and nights of 

fear, 
My anxious soul on thee would rest: 



CONFIDENCE IN GOD. 



175 



My Jesus,when wilt thou draw near 
To heal the sorrows of my breast 1 
O Saviour, till my tearful eye 
Shall draw from thee the promis'd 

peace ; 
Until the waves of misery 
At thine almighty word shall cease; 
2. Till then, though clouds inclose 

me round, (sight; 

And darkness hide thee from my 
Mine ear shall listen for the sound 
Of thy dear footsteps in the night ; 
Thus waiting till the mourn appear 
When thou upon my soul shalt rise, 
And with sweet words of promise 

cheer, (eyes. 

And heal my wounds, and dry my 

Morton. 



(681.) 



531. 



t. 590. 



WHAT tremblings seize the trav- 
eller's soul 

Beneath the darkening sky, 
While awful thunders round him 

And lightning flashes nigh; (roll, 
Soon as the sun again is view'd 

The clouds are all dispers'd, 
The face of nature is renew'd, 

Joys on the pilgrim burst. 
*2. While passing thro' this shadow'd 

To yonder blissful land, (vale. 
Black storms and tempests us assail. 

O'er which we've no command : 
Unerring Wisdom thus permits 

His children to be tried ; 
But he that to God's will submits 

With strength shall be supplied 
3. Afflicted souls, await the end 

Appointed by our God ; 
From him deliverance shall descend 

With great increase of good : 
Whatever the dispensation be, 

Which he to send finds meet, 



His aim accomplish'd,each shall see 

For him it was most fit. 
4. By Christ we're screen'd with 
tender care 

From vain and worldly noise : 
Ye who God's happy children are. 

Can in the Lord rejoice, 
And walk in union with your God, 

Who is your nearest friend, 
Upon life's rough and dangerous 

In safety to the end. (road 

J. Swertner. 

(632.) 532. t. 167. 

HERE, in constant, quick suc- 
cession, 
Bright and gloomy days are seen ; 
Yonder, without variation, 
Skies unclouded and serene : 
Sufferings here are transitory ; 
Light are ev'n the most severe. 
Set against the weight of glory. 
Which awaits the conqueror there. 
2. Tho' by threatening storms sur- 
rounded, 
Or oppress' d by pain and grief. 
This poor heart is not confounded ; 
For in God I find relief: 
On his powerful arm reclining, 
I affliction's load sustain, 
Bear the cross without repining. 
Till the glorious crown I gain. 



533. 



t. 14. 



(633.) 

HOW condescending 'tis, that He 

Who worlds to being spake. 
One promise unto worthless me 

Should ever deign to make. 
2. Yet countless are his promise^, 

And who can doubt his truth 1 
He'll lead me oh throughout my 
race, 

To hoary hairs from youth. 



176 



PATIENCE, AND 



3. What is his covenant of love ? 

A covenant firm and sure ; 
Hills may depart, and mountains 
move, 

And yet it shall endure. 

i. 'Tis, that the kindness of our God 
Shall ne'er from us depart, 

That equally his smile or rod 
Displays his loving heart; — 

5. That He will guide us, whom no 
power 

Nor craft can e'er withstand, 
That not temptation's darkest hour 

Shall wrest us from his hand ; — 

8. That truth and mercy, while 
we've breath, 

Shall compass us around, 
And that with him shall after death 

Our glorious lot be found. 

7 . In all distress to him I'll cry, 
I'll humbly trust his word; 

Nothing I ask will he deny ; 
For is he not my Lord 1 

8. O the rich blessings which accrue 
To all who love his name ; 

His gifts are every morning new, 
His bounty still the same. 



534.* 



t. 79. 



(635.) 

AS thy will, O my Saviour, 
Unto thy Father's ever 

Was subject and resign'd : 
Grant that, in deep subjection, 
To follow thy direction 

I may be cheerfully inclin'd. 
2. I'll spare all needless thinking, 
Nor shall my mind be shrinking 

Concerning what may be; 
May I in each proceeding 
Submit to thy wise leading, 

That thou'rt my all suffices me. 



(636.) 535. t.9- 

WHAT, my soul, should bow thee 
down 1 ? 

Perils or temptation? — 
Is not Christ upon the throne 

Still thy strong salvation 1 

2. Cast thy burden on the Lord, 
Thy almighty Saviour; 

He who death for thee endur'd, 
Surely will deliver. 

3. Mention to him every want, 
Yea, whate'er may grieve thee ; 

If for comfort thou dost pant, 
Jesus will relieve thee. 

4. Turn, my soul, unto thy rest, 
Quickly turn to Jesus ; 

In his presence thou art blest, 
He to thee is gracious. 

5. Mourn whene 5 erthou hast forgot 
Him, whose great compassion 

Never fai!s,whose blood hath bought 
Thy complete salvation. 

6. Earthly things do not regard, 
Trust in Jesus' favour ; 

He will be thy great reward 
And thy shield for ever. 



(637.) 



536. 



Cenmck. 



T. 16. 



STORMS of trouble may assail us, 
Yea, life's vessel overwhelm ; 

Yet no danger need appal us, 
If our Saviour guide the helm. 

2. If with willing resignation, 
Free from care we acquiesce 

In his ways, his consolation 
Will alleviate our distress. 

3. God is mighty to deliver, 
None his power can withstand ; 

In all trials whatsoever 

He will be our gracious friend. 



4. When his hour strikes for re- 
lieving, 
Help breaks forth amazingly, 
And,to shame our anxious grieving, 
Often unexpectedly. 

J. D. Herrnschmidt. 

537. 



I 



CONFIDENCE IN GOD. 177 

To flee the good I would pursue, 

Or to do the sin I would not do; 

Still He, who felt temptation's 

power, 

Shall guard me in that dangerous 

hour. 

T. 11.1 3. If wounded love my bosom swell, 

^WFttFmN Riilpr of the *kies j Deceiv,d b y those T P riz ' d to ° wel1 ' 

S ' He shall his pitying aid bestow, 

Who felt on earth severer woe ; 

At once betray 'd, denied, or fled 

By those that shar'd his daily bread. 

4. When vexing thoughts within 
me rise, (dies ; 

And, sore dismay 'd, my spirit 
Yet He, who once vouchsafed to 

bear 

[The sickening anguish of despair, 

■Shall sweetly soothe, shall gently 

; <iry» (eye. 

to The throbbing heart, the streaming 

5. When sorrowing o'er some stone 
I bend, 

Which covers all that was a friend, 
And from his hand, his voice, his 

smile, 
Divides me for a little while ; 
My Saviour marks the tears I shed. 
For Jesus wept o'er Lazarus dead. 

6. And oh, when I have safely 
pass'd 

Through every conflict but the last, 

Still. Lord, unchanging watch be- 
side 

My dying bed, for thou hast died ; 

Then point to realms of cloudless 
day, 

And wipe the latest tear away. 

Lord GLenelg. 

589.* t. 83. 



Ever gracious, ever wise ! 
All my times are in thy hand, 
All events at thy command. 

2. Thou didst form me in the womb, 
Thou wilt guide me to the tomb ; 
All my times shall ever be 
Order'd by thy wise decree : — 

3. Times of sickness,times of health; 
Times of penury and wealth ; 
Times of trial and of grief; 
Times of triumph and relief; — 

4. Times, temptation's power 

prove ; 
Times to taste the Saviour's love; 
All is fix'd — the means and end, 
As shall please my heavenly Friend. 

5. Plagues and death around me fly; 
Till he bids, I cannot die ; 

Not a single shaft can hit, 
Till the God of love sees fit. 

RylancL 

538. t. 96 or 90. 



WHEN gathering clouds around I 
view, (few, 

And days are dark, and friends are 
On Him I lean, who, not in vain, 
Experienced every human pain : 
He sees my wants, allays my fears, 
And counts and treasures up my 

tears. 

2. If aught should tempt my soul 

to stray (way, 

From heavenly wisdom's narrow 

14 



(638.) 

MY Redeemer kaoweth me. 
Both in joy and in affliction ; 



iW PATIENCE, AND 

aiy soul, now joyful be, 
Trust thy Shepherd's kind direction: 
His own sheep he knows by name, 
And to bless them is his aim. 
%> Unexampled is that love, 
By which we're with him con- 
nected ; 
If we aught distressing prove, 
Jesus is thereby affected : 
We his watchful love and care 
In all trials richly share. 

M. Schwedler. 

540.* t. 142. 



I take ; thus with gladness inspired 

by thee, (must flee. 

All sorrow and sadness far distant 

5. I plead thy rich promise, O give 
me to drink : (would sink 

With fervour of spirit I wholly 
Into thy love's ocean ; 
O let true devotion 

My heart be impelling still onward 
to move (love. 

To Zion, thy dwelling, the city of 

6. Should bitter be mix'd with the 
sweet of my cup, 

6 FOUNTAIN eternal of Hfe and' ^ant me with joy all self-will to 

of light, (seek it aright, | 

Where all find refreshment, who i 

Pure spring of salvation 

And true consolation, 



(689.) 



give up: 
The cup of dire sorrows, 
Which thou hast drank for us, 
To thine thou dost offer in this 

From God's holy temple thy living w ™ u rld °* pai " ; <- U1 

stream rolls, (thirsty souls, i With thee they here suffer, with 



Whose waters flow ample for all 1 
2. Let him that is thirsty, encourag- 



thee they shall roign. 
O therefore, Lord Jesus, permit 
me to rest, 



ing call, (for all ; | w , lu ° "J l ™> . . , 

Now drink of the waters abounding! Where saintsar * no longer by suf 
See where the glad river 



Flows full from the Giver; 
All ye who are ailing and needy 



fering oppress'd; 
Where joys beyond measure 
And fulness of pleasure 



drawnigh, (wants will supplv.| In ^ tTanscendent the conquer - 

This well-spring ne'er-failing your . , or * share < (faithful shall wear. 

... i And where crowns resplendent the 



3. Here come I,my Shepherd,athirst 

after thee, (my plea ; 

la mercy receive me, for mercy's 

The word thou hast spoken 

Can never be broken ; 
Thou know'st I am needy and 



C. I. Koitsch. 

(640.) 541. t.585. 

O MY soul, what means this sad- 
ness, 
Wherefore art thou thus cast down] 



greatly distress'd, (find rest. , Let thy griefs be turn'd to gladness, 
Thou callest the weary to come and ! Bid thy restless fears begone ; 
4. Thou river of life dost refresh! Look to Jesus :||: 

heart and mind, (good find : I And rejoice m his great name. 



Those whom thou enrichest eternal 
Amidst tribulation 
The cup of salvation 



2. Tho' ten thousand ills beset thee 
From without and from within, 
Jesus saith, he'll ne'er forget thee. 



CONFIDENCE IN GOD. 



179 



But will save from hell and sin 

He is faithful if: 
To perform his gracious word. 

3. Tho' distresses now attend thee, 
And thou tread the thorny road, 
His right hand shall still defend thee, 
Soon he'll bring thee home to God ; 

Therefore praise him, :fl: 
Praise the dear Redeemer's name. 
Pawcett. 

(641.) 542. t. 22. 

BE still, my heart, these anxious 
cares (snares ; 

To thee are burdens, thorns, and 
They cast dishonour on thy Lord, 
And contradict his gracious word. 

*. Brought safely by his hand thus 
far, (care 1 

Why wilt thou now give place to 
How canst thou want, if he provide, 
Or lose thy way with such a guide? 

3. When first before his mercy -seat 
Thou didst thy all to him commit, 
He gave thee warrant from that 

hour, 
To trust his wisdom, love, and 
power. 

4. Did ever trouble thee befall, 
And he refuse to hear thy call 1 
And has he not his promise pass'd, 
That thou shalt overcome at last 1 

5. He that hath help'd me hitherto, 
Will help me all my journey thro', 
And give me daily cause to raise 
New Ebenezers to his praise. 

6. Though rough and thorny be 

the road, 
It leads me home, apace, to God ; 
I count my present trials small, 
For heaven will make amends for all. 
J. Newton 



(642.) 543. t. 39. 

BEGONE, unbelief; for my Sa- 
viour is near, (pear ; 

And for my relief he will surely ap- 

By prayer let me wrestle, and he 
will perform ; (the storm. 

With Christ in the vessel I smile at 

2. Tho' dark be my way, yet since 

he is my guide. (provide ; 
'Tis mine to obey, and 'tis his to 
Tho' cisterns be broken, and crea- 
tures ail fail, 
The word he hath spoken will surely 
prevail. 

3. His love in time past me forbid- 

deth to think, (sink : 

He'll leave me at last unrelieved to 
Each sweet Ebenezer I have in re- 
view, (me quite through. 
Confirms his good pleasure to help 

4. Why should I complain then of 
want or distress, (no less; 

Temptation or pain 1 for he told me 
The heirs of salvation, I know 

from his word, 
Thro' much tribulation must follow 

their Lord. 

5. How bitter the cup none can 

ever conceive, 
Which Jesus drank up that poor 

sinners might live : 
His way was much rougher and 

darker than mine; (repine! 
Did Jesus thus suffer, and shall I 

6. Since all that I meet with shall 

work for my good, 

The bitt#r is sweet and the medicine 
is food ; 

Though painful at present, 'twill 
cease before long, 

And then, O how pleasant the con- 
queror's song. j. Newton . 



180 

(643.) 544. t. 89. 

YES, since God himself hath said it, 
On his promise I rely ; 
His good word demands my credit, 
What can unbelief reply 1 
He is strong and can fulfil, 
He is truth and therefore will. 
2. In my Saviour's intercession 
Humbly still I will confide ; 
Lord, accept my free confession, 
I have sinn'd but thou hast died : 
This is all I have to plead, 
This is all the plea I need. 

J, Newton. 



PATIENCE, AND 



(646.) 



545.* 



t. 90. 



To mark the steps of grace \ 
How new-born souls, convinced of 
sin, (clean, 

Yet by his precious blood made 
Extol his name in every place. 

4. With these my happy lot is cast* 
Thro' the world's deserts rude and 
Or thro' its garden fair : (waste f 
Whether the storm of malice 

sweeps, 
Or all in dead supineness sleeps, 
Still to go on be all my care. 

5. Yes, my dear Lord, in following 
Not in the dark uncertainly (thee 
This foot obedient moves ; 
'Tis with a Brother and a King, 
Who many to his yoke will bring- 
Who ever lives and ever loves. 

6. Now then my Way, my Truth? 
my Life, (strife. 

Henceforth let sorrow, doubt, and 
Drop off like autumn leaves : 
Henceforth, as privileged by thee, 
Simple and undistracted be 
My soul, which to thy sceptre 
cleaves. 

7. Let me my weary mind recline 
On that eternal love of thine, 
And human thoughts forget : (say, 
Child-like attend what thou wilt 
Go forth and do it, while 'tis day, 
Yet never leave my safe retreat. 

8. At all times to my spirit bear 
An inward witness strong and 
Of thy redeeming power ; (clear, 
This will instruct thy child aright, 
This will impart the needful light. 
For exigence of every hour. 

9. Now then the sequel is well 
3. This is my joy which ne'er can I weigh'd, 

fail, I cast myself upon thy aid, 

To see my Saviour's arm prevail, A sea where none can sink ; 



THRICE happy is the feeble soul 
Whose strength is only in his God; 
The fiercest powers he can control 
By faith in Jesus' precious blood ; 
In combat can maintain the field, 
Because Jehovah is his shield. 



(647.) 



546. 



t. 79. 



THAT I am thine, my Lord and 
God, (blood, 

Ransom 'd and sprinkled with thy 
Repeat that word once more, 
With such an energy and light, 
That this world's flattery nor spite 
To shake me ever may have power. 
2. From various cares my heart 

retires ; 
Tho' deep and boundless its desires, 
I'm now to please but One, 
Him, before whom the elders bow ; 
With him is all my business now, 
And with the souls that are his 



CONFIDENCE IN GOD. 



181 



Yea. thereon I depend, poor worm, 
Believing that thou wilt perform 
Beyond whate'er I ask or think. 

J. Gambold. 

(648.) 547. t. 22. 

GOD of my life on thee I call, 
Afflicted at thy feet I fall ; (vail, 
When the great water-floods pre- 
Leave not my trembling heart to 

fail. 
%. Friend of the friendless and the 

faint, (plaint 1 

Where should I lodge my deep com- 
Where but with thee, whose open 

door 
Invites the helpless and the poor 1 

3. Did ever mourner plead with 

thee, (plea 1 

And thou refuse that mourner's 
Doth not the word still fix'd re- 
main, (vain 1 
That none shall seek thy face in 

4. That were a grief I could not 

bear, (prayer ; 

Didst thou not hear and answer 
But a prayer-hearing, answering 
Supports me under every load.(God, 

5. Poor tho' I am, despis'd, forgot, 
Yet God, my God, forgets me not ; 
And he is safe and must succeed, 
For whom the Lord vouchsafes to 



Cowper. 

(649.) 548.* t.79. 

JESUS, our Guardian, Guide, and 

Friend, 
Now thy protecting wings extend, 
Thy children save from harm ; 
Would Satan seek us to devour, 
Against his malice, craft, and 

power, 
Defend us bv thy outstretched arm. 
P. Gerhard 



(650.) 549.* t. 208. 

JESUS, source of gladness, 
Comfort in all sadness, 

Thou canst end my grief; 
While for thy salvation 
I with expectation 

Wait, I find relief: (name 

Slaughter'd Lamb, — thy saving 
Yields to me far greater pleasure. 

Than all worldly treasure. 

2. God is my salvation, 
Joy, and consolation ; 

With the world I've done : 
To pride's vain pretension 
I pay no attention, 

Avarice I disown : (cross, 

Perils, loss, — shame, death, and 
Sufferings e'er so keen, shall never 

Me from Jesus sever. 

3. If the Lord protect me, 
Sin cannot infect me, 

Nought can do me harm ; 
Although Satan rageth, 
Christ the storm assuageth 

By his mighty arm : 
Would the foe — his malice show, 
Since Christ is my strength and 

I dread not his power, (tower, 

4. Gloomy thoughts must vanish, 
Jesus doth replenish 

Me with heavenly peace ; 
Who the Saviour loveth, 
By experience proveth, 

Grief is chang'd to bliss : 
Tho' I here — reproach must bear, 
Yet he turneth all my sadness 

Into joy and gladness. 

J. Frank. 

(651.) 550.* T. 22. 

.JESUS, my All, my highest good, 
jWho hast redeem'd me with thy 



blood, 



182 



PATIENCE, AND CONFIDENCE IN GOD. 



When confidence in thee I place, 
My soul is fill'd with joy and peace. 

2. Where should I turn, or how 

thee leave 1 
Jesus, to thee my mind doth cleave ; 
With thee my heart hath always 

found 
True counsel, comfort, help abound. 

3. All who abide in faith and love, 
This truth in their experience 

prove, (trust 

That none who simply put their 
In Jesus Christ, can e'er be lost. 

4. None can be so o'er whelm'd with 

grief, 
But they in Christ may find relief; 
All misery, howsoever great, 
His comforts can alleviate. 

5. Jesus, my only God and Lord, 
What comfort does thy name afford; 
No friend on earth can ever be 
For faithfulness compar'd with thee. 

6. Were health, and strength, and 

friends withdrawn, 
Were every earthly comfort gone, 
If I have thee, I have ev'n here 
What me eternally can cheer. 

7. O Lord, preserve me sound in 

faith, 
Thine let me be in life and death ; 
May nothing pluek me from thy 

hand, 
Lead me in safety to the end. 

M. Moeller. 

(655.) 551.* t. 68. 

THANKS for ever be, 

Jesus, unto thee, 
That thy strength doth us enable 
To adhere to thee, tho' feeble ; 

That thou hear'st our prayers, 

And regard'st our tears. 

J. Neander. 



552. 



t. 205. 



TO the hills I lift mine eyes, 
To the everlasting hills ; 
Thence I draw divine supplies, 
Thus my soul new vigour fills : 
Faithful is his promis'd word; 
Help, while yet I ask, is giv'n; 
Giv'n by him, the sovereign Lord, 
Who hath made both earth and 
heaven. 

2. Not the powers of earth or hell 
E'er thy Guardian can surprise: 
Careless slumber cannot steal 
Over his all-seeing eyes ; 

He is Israel's sure defence ; 
Israel all his care shall prove § 
Kept by watchful Providence, 
Borne by ever-waking love. 

3. Thee, on evil's baleful day, 
Scorching sun shall never smite ; 
Nor the moon with chilling ray 
Ever blast thee through the night : 
Safe from known or secret foes, 
Free from sin and Satan's thrall, 
When the flesh, earth, hell oppose, 
God shall keep thee safe from all. 

C. Wesley, (ad.) 

(656.) 553. % 205 

JESUS, lover of my soul, 

J^et me to thy bosom fly, 
While the raging billows roll, 

While the tempest still is high : 
Hide me, O my Saviour, hide, 

Till the storm of life is past ; 
Safe into the haven guide : 

O receive my soul at last. 
2. Other refuge have I none, 

Hangs my helpless soul on thee ; 
Leave, O leave me not alone, 

Still support and comfort me : 
All my trust on thee is stay'd, 

All my help from thee I bring : 



PRAISE AND THANKSGIVING. 



183 



Cover my defenceless head 

With the shadow of thy wing. 

3. Thou, O Christ, art all I want, 

All in all in thee I find ; 
Raise the fallen, cheer the faint, 

Heal the sick, and lead the blind : 
Just and holy is thy name, 

I am all unrighteousness ; 
Vile and full of sin I am, 

Thou art full of truth and grace, 



4. Plenteous grace with thee is 
found, 

Grace to pardon all my sin ; 
Let the healing streams abound, 

Make and keep me pure within 
Thou of life the Fountain art, 

Freely let me take of thee ; 
Spring thou up within my heart. 

Rise to all eternity. 

C. Wesle> 



XXIX. PRAISE AND THANKSGIVING. 



(657.) 554.* T.B.p.110. 

TE BETTM LAUDAMUS. 

LORD God, thy praise we sing, 
To thee our thanks we bring : 
Both heaven and earth do worship 
Thou Father of eternity : (thee, 
To thee all angels loudly cry, 
The heavens and all the powers on 

high: 
Cherubs and seraphs thee proclaim, 
And cry thrice holy to thy name : 
Holy is our Lord God, 
Holy is our Lord God, 
Holy is our Lord God, 
The" Lord of Sabaoth. 
With splendour of thy glory spread 
Are heaven and earth replenished : 
The apostles' glorious company, 
The prophets' fellowship praise 
The noble and victorious host (thee: 
Of martyrs makes of thee their 

boast : 
The holy church in every place 
Throughout the earth, exalts thy 
praise. 
Thee, Father, God ort heaven's 
Thy only and beloved Son, (throne, 



The Holy Ghost, the Comforter, 
The church doth worship and revere. 

O Christ, thou glorious King, we 
Thee to be God's eternal Son : (own 
Thou, undertaking in our room, 
Didst not abhor the Virgin's womb: 
The pains of death o'ercome by 

thee, 
Made heaven to all believers free ; 
At God's right hand thou hast thy 

seat, 
And in thy Father's glory great \ 
And we believe the day's decreed, 
When thou shalt judge the quick 

and dead. 
Promote, we pray, thy servants 5 

good, (blood ; 

Redeem'd with thy most precious 
Among thy saints make us ascend 
To glory that shall never end I 
Thy people with salvation crown, 
Bless those, O Lord, that are thine 

own : (vance 

Govern thy church, and, Lord, ad- 
For ever thine inheritance. 

From day to day, O Lord, do we 
Highly exalt and honour thee : 



184 



PRAISE AND 



Thy name we worship and adore 
World without end for evermore : 
Vouchsafe, O Lord, we humbly 

pray, 
To keep us safe from sin this day : 
O Lord have mercy on us all ; 
Have mercy on us when we call : 
Thy mercy, Lord, to us dispense, 
According to our confidence : 
Lord, we have put our trust in thee, 
Confounded let us never be: Amen. 
Ambrose. 



555. 



t. 205. 



MEET and right it is to sing, 
At all times, in every place, 
Glory to our heavenly King, 
To the God of truth and grace ; 
Join we then with sweet accord, 
All in one thanksgiving join : 
Holy, holy, holy Lord ! 
Never-ceasing praise be thine. 

2. Vying with the heavenly choir, 
Who declare thy praise above, 
We on eagle's wings aspire, 

On the wings of faith and love : 
Thee they sing, with glory crown'd; 
We extol the slaughter'd Lamb : 
Lower if our voices sound, 
Still our subject is the same. 

3. Father, God, thy love we praise, 
Love, which gave thy Son to die : 
Jesus, full of truth and grace, 
Thee alike we glorify : 

Spirit, Comforter divine, 
Praise by all to thee be giv'n, 
Till we in full chorus join, (heaven. 
When this earth is chang'd for 
C. Wesley, (ad.) 

(659.) 556.* t. 132. 

ALL glory to the sovereign Good, 
And Father of compassion, 



To God, our help and sure abode. 
Whose gracious visitation 
Renews his blessings every day, 
And takes our griefs and fear* 
Give to our God the glory, (away, 

2. The heavenly hosts with awe 

show forth 
The praise of their Creator : 
All creatures both in heaven and 
Whate'er exists in nature, (earth. 
Speak their divine Original, 
Impressed most wisely on them all : 
Give to our God the glory. 

3. What is created by our God 
Enjoys his preservation ; 

And he extends o'er all abroad 
His fatherly compassion : (grace 
Throughout the kingdom of his 
Prevail his truth and righteousness; 
Give to our God the glory. 

4. In my distress I rais'd with faith 
To God my supplication ; 

My Saviour rescu'd me from deaths 

And gave me consolation S 

This makes me with both heart and 

voice 
Before the God of grace rejoice : 
Give to our God the glory. 

5. The Lord hath ever to his flock 
Kept without separation ; 

He doth abide our shield and rock, 
Our peace and our salvation ; 
He leads us with a mother's care. 
Protects from danger, guards from 
Give to our God the glory, (fear : 

6. As long as I have breath in me 
I will sound forth his praises : 
His precious saving name shall be 
Exalted in all places : (adore 
My heart, with all thy strength 
The God of grace, the God of power. 
And give him all the glory. 



THANKSGIVING. 



106 



7. Ye who profess his sacred name, 
Give to our God the glory : 

Ye who his power know and pro- 
Give to our God the glory ; (claim, 
Rejoice from all vain idols freed, 
The Lord is God, is God indeed : 
Give to our God the glory. 

8. Now then before his face appear, 
With praises and thanksgiving ; 
With awe his holy name revere, 
And join with all the living, 

To extol the wonders he hath 
wrought, (thought : 

His mighty deeds, surpassing 
Give to our God the glory. 

J. J. Shuetz. 



(660.) 



557.* 



t. 14. 



I'LL praise thee with my heart and 
O Lord, my soul's delight, (tongue, 
Declaring to the world in song 
Thy glory, praise, and might. 

2. Thou art the eternal source of 
The source of lasting bliss ; (grace. 
From thee unto the human race 
Flows all true happiness. 

3. What are we! what do we pos- 
While here on earth below, (sess 
Which thy great love and tender- 
Do not on us bestow 1 (ness 

4. Who spread the lofty firmament 
And starry skies around 1 (scend 
Who makes the dew and rain de- 
To fructify the ground ] — 

5. Who doth preserve our life and 
Our ease and safe abode! (health, 
Who doth secure our peace and 
Our ever-gracious God. (wealth 1 

6. On thee, almighty Lord of hosts, 
Depend our life and all ; (coasts, 
Thou keepest watch around our 
Protecting great and small. 



7. Thy chastisements are nought 

but love : 
When we our sins confess, 
We thy forgiveness richly prove ; 
'Tis thy delight to bless. 

8. Thou count'st thy children's 

sighs and tears, 
When they before thee mourn ; 
No tear too mean to thee appears 
To put into thy urn. 

9. Thou, when we sink oppress'd 
Dost us with pity view, (with grief, 
Administering thy kind relief. 
And lasting comfort too. 

10. Why need we mourn, as in 

despair, 
And grieve both day and night 1 
On him we'll cast our every care, 
Who gave us life and light. 

11. Has he not tended us and fed, 
Ev'n from our earliest days ; 
Our souls with loving-kindness led 
Through many dangerous ways ? 

12. God never yet mistakes hath 
In his vast government : (made 
No, what he doth permit or aid 

Is bless'd in the event. 

13. Then murmur not, but be re- 
To his most holy will ; (sign'd 
Peace, rest, and comfort thou wilt 
My soul, in being still. (find, 

P. Gerhard. 

(662.) 558.* t. 195. 

GOD reveals his presence ; 

Let us now adore him, 

And with awe appear before him: 
God is in his temple, 

All in us keep silence, 

And before him bow with rever- 
ence : 
Him alone — God we own ; 



186 



PRAISE AND 



He's our Lord and Saviour : 
Praise his name for ever. 

2. God reveals his -presence, 
Whom the angelic legions 
Serve with awe in heavenly re- 
Holy, holy, holy, (gions : 

Sing the hosts of heaven ; 

Praise to God be ever given : 
Condescend — to attend 

Graciously, O Jesus, 
To our songs and praises. 

3. majestic Being, 
Were but soul and body 
Thee to serve at all times ready : 

Might we, like the angels 

Who behold thy glory, (thee, 
With abasement sink before 

And thro* grace — be always, 
In our whole demeanour, 

To thy praise and honour. 

4. Grant us resignation, 
Hearts before thee bowed, 
With thy peace divine endowed: 

As a tender flower 

Opens and inclineth (shineth ; 

To the cheering sun which 
So may we — be from thee 

Rays of grace deriving, 
And thereby be thriving. 

5. Lord, come dwell within us, 
While on earth we tarry ; 
Make us thy blest sanctuary : 

O vouchsafe thy presence ; 

Draw unto us nearer, 

And reveal thyself still clearer : 
Us direct- — and protect ; 

Thus we in all places 
Shall show forth thy praises. 

Terstegen. 

(663.) 559.* t. 341. 

THOU, Jesus, art our King ; 
Thy ceaseless praise we sing : 



Praise shall our glad tongues em- 
ploy, 

Praise o'erflow the grateful soul, 
While we vital breath enjoy, 

While eternal ages roll. 

2. Thou art the eternal Light, 
That shines in deepest night : 

Wondering gaz'd the angelic train, 
While thou bow'dst the heavens 
beneath, 

God with God wast man with man, 
Man to save from endless death. 

3. Thou for our griefs didst mourn, 
Thou hast our sickness borne : 

All our sins on thee were laid ; 

Thou with unexampled grace 
All the mighty debt hast paid, 

Due from Adam's helpless race. 

4. Thou hast o'erthrown the foe, 
God's kingdom flx'd below : 

Conqueror of all adverse power, 
Thou heaven's gates hast open'd 
wide; 

Thou thine own dost lead secure, 
And to life eternal guide. 

5. Above the starry sky 

Thou reign'st, enthron'd on high; 
Prostrate at thy feet we fall : 

Power supreme to thee is giv'n, 
As the righteous Judge of all, 

Sons of earth and hosts of heaven. 

6. The seraphim in light 

To sound thy praise unite ; 
All their choirs thy glories sing : 

Who shall dare with thee to vie, 
Mighty Lord* eternal King, 

Sovereign both of earth and sky? 

7. The venerable train, 
Patriarchs, first-born of meh, 

And the Apostles of the Lamb, 
By whose strength they faithful 
prov'd, 



THANKSGIVING. 



187 



Join to extol his sacred name 
Whom in life and death they 
lov'd. 

8. The church, thro* all her bounds, 
With thy high praise resounds : 

The confessors fearless here 

Boldly praisetheirheavenlyKing: 

Children's feebler voices there 
To thy name hosannas sing. 

9. 'Midst danger's blackest frown 
Thee hosts of martyrs own : 

Pain and shame alike they dare, 
Firmly trusting in their God ; 

Glorying thy cross to bear, (blood. 
Sealing thus their iaith with 

10. Arise, exert thy power, 
Thou glorious Conqueror : 

Help us to obtain the prize. 

Help us well to close our race ; 

That with thee above the skies 
Endless joys we may possess. 

J. Angelus. 



(664.) 



560. 



t.79. 



JESUS, the whole creation's Head, 
Lord of the living and the dead, 

Endless thy glories shine : 

Thy blood-bought church in mercy 

own ; (throne, 

The church assembled round thy 

Or pilgrims here ; we all are thine 

2. Pilgrims on earth, we here may 

rest, (nest, 

The sparrow here hath found a 

Thine altars, O Lord God : 
For all thy blessings and thy care, 
Our gratitude in praise and prayer 
Shall still ascend to thine abode. 

3. Ye spirits of the just above, 
With Christ now perfected in love, 

Once our companions here ; 
In higher strains join us to sing 



Blessing and honour to our King, 
Till he in glory shall appear. 
4. Hail, Lamb once slain, thy pre- 
cious blood (God, 
Hath brought us sinners night to 

Worthy art thou alone : 
Accept, O Lord, Ancient of days, 
Thy universal church's praise, 
Here and around thy glorious 

throne. 

(665.) 561.* t. 101 

THANKSGIVING, honor, praise, 

and might (der'd, 

Unto the Lamb of God be ren- 

Who brought us to his kingdom's 

light, (kindred ; 

From every nation, tongue, and 

Before the world was form'd we 

were ordain'd (hath no end 

By him to happiness and life which 

2. To him who ever doth abide, 
Be ceaseless songs of praise re- 
peated (bride. 

By the whole Church, his chosen 

Here or in heavenly mansion? 

seated, (name. 

The angelic hosts exalt his saving 

And we with all created beings do 

the same. 

3. By all the saints around his 

throne, (heaven, 

And all the angelic choirs in 

With shouts of glory, to God's Son, 

Our King and Shepherd, praise 

be given : (rehearse ; 

They join with us his goodness to 

His glorious name be prais'd 

throughout the universe. 

J. Neande-. 

(666.) 562.* t. 146. 

NOW let us praise the Lord 
With body, soul, and spirit, 



188 



PRAISE AND 



Who doth such wondrous things 

Beyond our sense and merit; 
Who, from our mother's womb 

And earliest infancy, 
Hath done great things for us ; 

Praise him eternally. 
2. O gracious God, bestow 

On us, while here remaining, 
An ever-cheerful mind ; 

Thy peace be ever reigning : 
Preserve us in true faith 

And Christian holiness ; 
That when we go from hence 

We may behold thy face. 

M. Rinkhart. 



563.^ 



t. 9. 



(668.) 

TILL permitted hence to go. 

To behold my Saviour, 
Whom ev'n here by faith to know 

I enjoy the favour: — 

2. Till to heaven I go in peace, 
Where no sin assaileth, 

Sorrows,sighs,and tears must cease, 
Love alone prevaileth : — 

3. Till the day when I shall tread 
Those celestial mountains, 

Where the Lamb himself will lead 
Me to living fountains : — 

4. Till that time mine eyes I'll raise 
Unto him in spirit, 

And my feeble tongue shall praise 
My Redeemer's merit. 

(669.) 564. t. 90. 

THE Lamb was slain ! let us adore, 

With grateful hearts his mercy own; 

May all within us evermore 

In silence at his feet fall down ; 

Serve without dread, with rever- 
ence love 

The Lord,whose boundless grace we 
prove, 



2. The Lamb was slain! both day 
and night 

The angelic choirs his praises sing; 

To him,enthron'd above all height. 

Heaven's hosts their noblest an- 
thems bring ; (song. 

While here poor sinners join the 

And praise him with a stammering 
tongue. 

3. Gladly our own poor works we 

leave, (fame. 

For him despise wealth, pleasure. 
To him our souls and bodies give, 
His death doth our affections claim: 
Henceforth we own him as our Lord, 
His name be by us all ador'd. 

4. Thro* him alone we live, for he 
Hath drowned our transgressions all 
In love's unfathomable sea: 

Fall prostrate, lost in wonder fall, 
Ye sinners.for the Lamb was slain ; 
He died that we might life regain. 

5. As ground, when parch'd with 

summer's heat, (er y 

Gladly drinks in the welcome show- 
So may we, listening at his feet, 
Receive his word and feel his power : 
May nothing in our hearts remain* 
But this great truth, " The Lamb 

was slain." j. Wesley 



(670.) 565, t. 159. 

ADORED be the Lamb of God, 

That he upon the cross 

To God, by his most precious blood, 

Hath reconciled us : 

All praise be given to him, that we 

Were born the day of grace to see, 

When he his love to us reveai'd, 

And thus our pardon seal'd. 

2. To be his priests and witnesses 

Is now our happy lot, 



THANSGIVING. 



189 



To sing in songs of endless praise 
To Jesus who us bought : 
We now like Mary wish to sit 
In spirit listening at his feet, 
Waiting with lamps prepar'd and 

dress'd 
For the Lamb's marriage-feast. 
3. Meanwhile his promises we trust, 
And join our grateful lays 
In concert with the ransom M host, 
To sing redeeming grace : 
While they who round his throne 

appear, 
The wonders of his love declare. 
And sing, '* The Lamb for us was 
Our hearts reply. Amen, (slain ;" 
J. Cennick. 



(671.) 



566. 



r.132. 



SING praises unto God on high. 

To him who us created ; 
Sing praises to the Lord, so nigh 

To sinful man related : 
Rejoicing Hallelujah sing, 
Jehovah Jesus is our King, 

And gracious Mediator. 
2. He calls us brethren.not asham'd 

To bear our human nature ; 
Yea, heirs of life we now are nam'd, 

Joint-heirs with our Creator : 
He ever lives our cause to plead 
Grants help in every time of need ; 

Praise to his name for ever. 

G. J. La Trobe. 



(672.) 



567. 



t.39. 



YE servants of God your great 
Master proclaim, 

And publish abroad his most ex- 
cellent name : (extol. 

The name all victorious of Jesus 

His kingdom is glorious, he rules 
over all. 



2. God ruleth in heaven, almighty 

to save, (we have i 

And yet he is with us, his presence 
The great congregation his tri- 
umphs shall sing, (King. 
Ascribing salvation to Jesus our 

3. Salvation be brought unto God 

on the throne, (the Son ; 

Let all sing rejoicing, and honour 
The praises of Jesus the angels pro- 
claim, (ship the Lamb. 
Fall down on their faces and wor- 

4. Then let us adore him and give 

him his right, (and might, 
All glory, and power, and wisdom, 
And honour, and blessing, with 

angels above, (finite love. 

And thanks never ceasing for in- 

Countess Huntingdon's H. 

(678.) 568, t. 11, 

BRETHREN, let us join to bless 
Jesus Christ, our joy and peace ; 
Let our praise to him be giv'n, 
Who is Lord of earth and heaven* 

2. Jesus, lo, to thee we bow, 
Thou art Lord, and only Thou ; 
Thou, the woman's promis'd Seed, 
Glory of thy church, and Head. 

3. Thee the angels ceaseless sing, 
Thee we praise,our Priest andKing; 
Worthy is thy name of praise, 
Full of glory, full of grace. 

4. We thy little flock adore 
Thee our Lord for evermore ; 
Show us evermore thy love. 
Till we join the choirs above. 

Countess Hnntingdorrs H. 

(674.) 569. t. 22. 

BLESS, O my soul, the God of 

grace ; 
»His favors elaim thy highest praise ; 



190 



PRAISE AND 



How can the wondeis he hath 

wrought 
Be lost in silence, and forgot 1 

2. 'Tis he. my soul, that sent his 

Son (done : 

To die for crimes which thou hast 
He owns the ransom, and forgives 
The hourly follies of our lives. 

3. Our youth decay'd his power re- 

pairs, (years : 

His mercy crowns our growing 
He satisfies our souls with good, 
And filleth us with heavenly food. 

4. Let the whole earth his power 

confess, 
Let all mankind adore his grace ; 
Let us with all our powers sing 
Praise to ourSaviour,God,andKing. 
Watts. 



(675.^ 



570. 



t. 14. 



COME let us join our cheerful songs 
With angels round the throne : 
Ten thousand thousands are their 
tongues, 
But all their joys are one. 
% " Worthy the Lamb that died," 
they cry, 
"To be exalted thus;" 
* 4 Worthy the Lamb/' our hearts 
reply, 
" For he was slain for us. 

3. Jesus is worthy to receive 
Honour and power divine ; 

And blessings more than we can 
give, 
Be, Lord, for ever thine. 

4. The whole creation join in one, 
To bless the sacred name 

I >f him that sits upon the throne, 
And to adore the Lamb. 

Watts. 



(676.) 571. r; 22. 

WE bless the Lord, whose tender 
love (above, 

Caus'd him to leave his throne 
To dwell with sinful worms below, 
And save them from eternal woe. 

2. On fallen men he cast his eye, 
In depths of misery saw them lie ; 
Pitied their state, resolv'd to come 
And suffer freely in their room. 

3. A mortal body he assum'd, 
Groan'd, bled, and died f and was 

entomb'd : 
At length the work thus finished, 
He rose triumphant from the dead. 

4. To heaven's bright realms he 

took his flight, 
Beyond the reach of mortal sight: 
There pleads with God for ran- 

som'd men, 
Thence will in glory come again. 

5. To Jesus, our exalted Head,. 
Immortal honours now be paid ; 
The glory of his saving name 
Our tongues shall evermore pro- 
claim. 



572. 



t 14. 



(677.) 

O FOR a thousand tongues to sing 
My dear Redeemer's praise ; 

The glories of my God and King, 
The triumphs of his grace. 

2. Jesus, the name that charms our 

fears, 
That bids our sorrows cease : 
'Tis music in the sinner's ears, 
'Tis life, and health, and peace. 

3. His grace subdues the power of 
He sets the prisoner free ; (sin, 

His blood can make the foulest 
His blood avail'd for me. (clean, 



THANKSGIVING. 



191 



4. He speaks, and listening to his 
New life the dead receive : (voice 

The mournful, broken hearts re- 
The humble poor believe. ( joice, 

5. Hear him, ye deaf; his praise, 

ye dumb, 
Your loosen'd tongues employ ; 
Ye blind, behold y ourSaviour come; 
And leap, ye lame, for joy. 

6. Look unto him, ye nations, own, 
Your God, ye fallen race : 

Look and be sav'd through faith 

Be justified by grace. (alone, 

C. Wesley. 



(678.) 



573. 



t. 14. 



NOT all the angels of the sky, 
Nor happy saints above, 

Have greater cause to praise than I 
The Saviour's dying love. 

2. Had I an angel's heav'nly tongue 
Or seraph's melody, (hung 

My theme should be his praise, who 
Upon the cross for "me. 

3. For thee he hangs, my soul, re- 

joice ; 
For thee, my soul, expires : 
Then sing his love with thankful 
voice, 
Sing what his love inspires. 

4. Till fleeting time shall have an 

end, 
And years shall cease to roll, 
Due praise shall from his church 
ascend, 
And spread from pole to pole 

5. How sweet the precious gospel 

sounds 
In the believer's ear ; 
This balsam heals his cankering 

wounds, 
And dries each anxious tear. 



6. But tears of joy must ever flow* 
For Jesus' wondrous love ; 

And when I leave this world below, 
I'll sing his praise above. 



(679.) 



574. 



t. 595. 



AWAKE, and sing the song 
Of Moses and the Lamb : 

Wake everyheart and every tongue, 
To praise the Saviour's name. 

2. Sing of his dying love, 
Sing of his rising power ; 

Sing how he intercedes above 
For us whose sins he bore. 

3. Ye pilgrims on the road 
To Zion's city, sing : 

Rejoice ye in the Lamb of God, 
In Christ, the eternal King. 

4. Soon shall we hear him say, 
" Ye blessed children, come ;" 

Soon will he call us hence away 
To our eternal home. 

5. There shall our raptur'd tongues 
His endless praise proclaim, 

And sweeter voices tune the song 
Of Moses and the Lamb. 

Countess Huntingdon's H 



(680.) 



575. 



t. 595 



TO God the only wise, 

Our Saviour and our King, 

Let all the saints below the skies 
Their humble praises bring. 

2. 'Tis his almighty love, 
His counsel and his care, 

Preserve us safe from sin and 
death, 
And every hurtful snare. 

3. He will present our souls, 
Unblemish'd and complete s 

Before the glory of his face, 
With joys divinely great, . 



S92 



PRAISE AND 



4. The Saviour's ransom'd race 
Shall meet around the throne, 

Extol him for his saving grace, 
And make his wonders known. 

5. To our Redeemer-God, 
Wisdom and power belong ; 

Immortal crowns of majesty, 
And heaven's eternal song. 

Watts. 

(681.) 576. t. 96 or 90. 

WITH thanks before the Lord 

appear. 
Adore his precious, saving name ; 
His patience, faithfulness, and care, 
Our humble, grateful praises claim; 
His goodness none can comprehend, 
His tender mercies know no end 
2. Worthy the Lamb, that every 

breath (peat : 

His lauds in ceaseless strains re- 
Worthy theLamb, that for his death 
JEach pulse should to his honour 

beat; 
That to his throne the sacrifice 
Of prayer and praise like incense 

rise. 

(683) 577. t. 14. 

FOR mercies, countless as the 
Which daily I receive (sands, 

From Jesus m^ Redeemer's hands, 
My soul, what canst thou give 1 

2. Alas! from such a heart as 
What can I bring him forth 1 (mine, 
My best is stain 'd and dyed with 
My all is nothing worth. (sin, 

3. Yet this acknowledgment I'll 
For all he hath bestow'd, (make, 
Salvation's sacred cup I'll take, 
And call upon my God. 

L The best return for one like me,, 
So wretched and so poor, 



Is from his gifts to draw a plea, 
And ask him still for more. 

J. Newton. 

(684.) 578.* t. 166. 

THANKS be to thee, O Lamb of 

God, 
For thy unfathomable grace : 
How many benefits bestow'd 
Forgotten and unnotic'd pass : 
When I thy love astonish'd see, 
What lengths, breadths, heights, 

and depths appear : 
Eternity, immensity, 
These, these its only limits are. 

(685.) 579.* T . 83. 

NOW with joyful songs appear, 
Hail with humble adoration 
Christ the Lord, for ever near 
To his ransom'd congregation : 
With the poor he deigns to dwell ; 
God with us, Immanuel. 

J. Swertner. 

(686.) 580.* t. 121 

IN joyful hymns of praise, 

Like one man, sweetly raise 

Voices all united ; 

With our liturgic lays 

Our Saviour is delighted : 

He'll with gracious ear 

Our thanksgivings hear, 

And we feel him near. Z. 



) 



581.* 



t. 155. 



THOU, our Light, our Leading- 
Who hast kindly us directed (star. 
And protected ; 
When thy mercies, daily new, 
We review, 

In the dust we fall before thee, 
Lost in wonder, we adore thee ; 
None can give thee praises due. 
Tribbechov? 



THANKSGIVING. 



193 



(689.) 582. t. 590. 

O GOD, at thy command we rise 

Thy glorious name to bless ; 
Thee, the great Lord of earth and 

We thankfully confess ; (skies, 
Our joy is now to sing of thee, 

To triumph in thy love, 
And this (transporting thought !) 
shall be 

Our endless work above. 



583. 



t. 167. 



(690.) 

WORSHIP, honour, power, and 
blessing, 

Christ is worthy to receive ; 
Loudest praises without ceasing 

Meet it is for us to give : 
Help, ye bright, angelic spirits, 

Bring your sweetest,noblest lays. 
Help to sing our Saviour's merits, 

Help to chant Immanuel's praise. 

(691.) 584.* t. 114. 

THE Lamb of God unspotted, pure, 

and holy, (God 

Who reconcil'd us by his death to 
And from our sins hath wash'd us 

in his blood, (lowly 

Is worthy, that before his footstool 
All knees should bow, and every 

tongue confess, 
Him Lord alone, to God the 

Father's praise. Gregor. 

(693.) 585.* t. 39. 

O THAT we with gladness of spirit 
for ever 

Adored and praised our crucified 
Saviour ; 

O might each pulsation thanksgiv- 
ing express, 

And each breath we draw be an 
anthem of praise. 

15 



2. The Lamb who by blood our sal- 
vation obtained, 

Took on him our curse, and death 
freely sustained, 

Is worthy of praises, let with one 
accord 

All people say, Amen, O praise ye 
the Lord. Gregor. 

586. 



(694.) 



t. 249. 



IN humble, grateful lays, 

The Lord :|j: of hosts we praise, 

His saving name confess ; 

Yea, fill'd with holy awe, revere 

The Father, Son, and Comforter : 

Amen, Hallelujah, 

Hallelujah, 

Amen, Hallelujah. 

2. Praise to the slaughtered Lamb : 

His love :(|: we will proclaim, 

Who died us to redeem ; 

O might each pulse thanksgiving 

beat, 
And every breath his praise repeat : 
From angels and from men. 
To the Lamb slain 
All honour doth pertain. 

(695.) 587. v. 230. 

PRAISES, thanks, and adoration 
Be given to God without cessation, 
To Jesus Christ, our gracious Lord : 
For his mercy, love, and favour 
To us, his flock, endure for ever ; 
Bless, bless his name with one ac- 
cord ; 

To God, the Father, Son, 
And Spirit, Three in One, 
Hallelujah : 
In highest strain 
Praise the Lamb slain ; 
Let heaven and earth reply, Amec. 
J. 8wertner. 



194 



XXX. PRAYER AND SUPPLICATION. 



(696.) 588. t. 582. 

BEHOLD the throne of grace, 
The promise calls me near, 

There Jesus shows his cheering face. 
And waits to answer prayer. 

2. That rich, atoning blood, 
Which sprinkled round I see, 

Provides for those who come to God 
An all-prevailing plea. 

3. My soul, ask what thou wilt, 
Thou canst not be too bold ; 

Since his own blood for thee was 
spilt, 
What else can he withhold - 

4. Beyond thy utmost wants 
His love and power can bless ; 

To praying souls he always grants 
More than they can express. 

5. Since 'tis the Lord's command, 
My mouth I open wide : 

Lord, open thou thy bounteous 
That I may be supplied, (hand, 

6. My soul, believe and pray, 
Without a doubt believe : 

Whate'er we ask in God's own 
We surely shall receive, (way, 

7. Here stands the promise fair, 
For God cannot repent, 

To fervent, persevering prayer. 
He'll every blessing grant. 

J. Newton. 

(697.) 589. t.11. 

COME, my soul, thy suit prepare, 
Jesus loves to answer prayer ; 
He himself hath bid thee pray, 
And sends none unheard away. 
2. Thou art coming to a King, 
Large petitions with thee bring ; 



For his grace and power are such. 
None can ever ask too much. 
3. Lord, I will not let thee go, 
Till the blessing thou bestow : 
Oh, do not my suit disdain ; 
None shall seek thy face in vain. 
J. Newton 



590. 



t. 22. 



AND dost thou say, " Ask what 
thou wiltl" (hour; 

Lord, I would seize the golden 
I pray to be releas'd from guilt, 
And freed from sin, and Satan's 
power. 

2. More of thy presence, Lord, im- 
part, 

More of thine image let me bear ; 
Erect thy throne within my heart, 
And reign without a rival there. 

3. Give me to read my pardon seal'd, 
And from thy joy to draw my 

strength ; 
To have thy boundless love re- 

veal'd, (length. 

In all its height, and breadth, and 

4. Grant these requests, I ask no 
more, 

But to thy care the rest resign, 
Living or dying, rich or poor, 
All shall be well, if thou art mine. 
J. Newton. 



591, 



t. 14. 



FATHER,whate 5 er of earthly bliss 
Thy sovereign will denies, 

Accepted at thy throne, let this 
Sincere petition rise. 

2. Give me a calm and thankful 
From every murmur free; (heart. 



PRAYER AND SUPPLICATION. 



195 



The blessings of thy grace impart, 

And let me live to thee. 
3. Let the sweet hope that thou art 
My life and death attend ; (mine, 
Thy presence through my journey 
shine, 
And crown my journey's end. 
Mrs. Steele. 

592. t. 14. 

LORD, teach us how to pray aright, 
With reverence and with fear : 

Though dust and ashes in thy sight, 
We may, we must draw near. 

2. We perish if we cease from 

prayer ; 
O grant us power to pray ! 
And when to meet thee we pre- 
Lord, meet us by the way. (pare, 

3. Burden'd with guilt, convinc'd 

of sin, 
In weakness, want and woe, 
Fightings without,and fears within, 
Lord, whither shall we go 1 

4. God of all grace, we come to 

thee, 
With broken contrite hearts ; 
Give what thine eye delights to see, 
Truth in the inward parts : — 

5. Give deep humility ; — the sense 
Of godly sorrow give ; 

A strong, desiring confidence, 
To hear thy voice and live : — 

6. Faith in the only sacrifice 
That can for sin atone ; 

To cast our hopes, to fix our eyes, 
On Christ, on Christ alone : — 

7. Patience, to watch, and wait, 

and weep, 
Though mercy long delay ; 
Courage, our fainting souls to keep, 
And trust thee though thou slay : 



8. Give these, — and then thy will 
be done ; 
Thus strengthen' d with all might. 
We, by thy Spirit and thy Son, 
Shall pray, and pray aright, 

J. Montgomery. 

593. t. 595 

O THOU who hearest prayer, 
The God of power and might ; 

To seek thy face be all our care. 
And our supreme delight. 

2. O God of grace and love, 
Regard us from thy throne ; 

Send down to us the heavenly Dove, 
And seal us as thine own. 

3. We have no other trust, 
But thy dear sacrifice ; 

Our hope, thou holy One and just. 
Thou never wilt despise. 

4. Sinful, we plead thy blood, 
Weak, we implore thy power; 

Saviour, remember us for good 
In danger's trying hour. 

5. Come with thy saving strength, 
With healing virtue come ; 

And let thy guiding hand at length 
Conduct us safely home. 

6. Till, sav'd from all annoy 
Of earthly fear and strife, 

We enter into endless joy. 
And everlasting life. 

^'Edwards, (ad.) 

594. t. 11, 

HEAVENLY Father, to whose 
Future things unfolded lie, (eye 
Through the desert where I stray, 
Let thy counsel guide my way. 
2. Lead me not, for flesh is frail, 
Where fierce trials would assail ; 
Leave me not, in darken'd hour, 
To withstand the tempter's power. 



196 



PRAYER AND 



3. Save me from his treacherous 

wiles, 
Arm me against pleasure's smiles ; 
Give me, for my spirit's health, 
Neither poverty nor wealth. 

4. Help thy servant to maintain 
A profession free from stain , 
That my sole reproach may be, 
Following Christ and fearing thee. 
a. Lord, uphold me day by day, 
Shed a light upon my way ; 
Guide me through perplexing 

snares, 
Care for me in all my cares. 

6. All I ask for is — -enough ; 
Only, when the way is rough, 
Let thy rod and staff impart 
Strength and courage to my heart. 

7. Should thy wisdom, Lord, decree 
Trials long and sharp for me, 
Pain or sorrow, care or shame, 
Father, glorify thy name ! 

8. Let me neither faint nor fear. 
Feeling still that thou art near, 
In the course my Saviour trod, 
Tending still to thee, my God. 

Conder. 



595. 



t. 22, 



WHAT various hindrances we 
In coming to a mercy-seat ; (meet 
Yet who, that knows the worth of 

prayer, 
But wishes to be often there. 

2. Prayer makes the darken'd cloud 

withdraw ; (saw ; 

Prayer climbs the ladder Jacob 
Gives exercise to faith and love ; 
Brings every blessing from above. 

3. Restraining prayer, we cease to 

fight; (bright; 

Prayer makes the Christian's armor 



And Satan trembles when he sees 
The weakest saint upon his knees. 

4. While Moses stood with arms 
spread wide, 

Success was found on Israel's side ; 
But when through weariness they 

fail'd, 
That moment Amalek prevaiPd. 

5. Have you no words 1 Ah, think 

again ; (plain. 

Words flow apace when you com- 
And fill your fellow-creature's ear 
With the sad tale of all your care. 

6. Were half the breath thus vainly 

spent, 
To heaven in supplication sent. 
Your cheerful song would oftener be, 
" Hear what the Lord has done for 

me." Cowper. 



596. 



t. 10. 



(698.) 

THE prayers of the needy, 
Thou, Lord, to hear art ready ; 
Thy mercy and forbearance 
We every day experience. 

2, When thee in faith addressing.- 
Thou no good gift nor blessing 
Unto thy church deniest. 

But all her wants suppliest. 

3. In thee we trust for ever, 
Since thou to each believer 
AfTord'st that consolation : 

" I've heard thy supplication." 

(701.) 597.* x. 16. 

QUITE alone, and yet not lonely 
1*11 converse with God my Friend 
Now from worldly cares receedinjr 
I my time in prayer will spend. 
2. O how blessed are the moments. 
When the Lord himself draws near 
When I feel his gracious present. 
And he listens to my prayer. 



SUPPLICATION. 



197 



(704.) 598.* t. 79. 

WITH ardent longing, at thy feet, 
Lord Jesus Christ, I humbly wait ; 

O lend a gracious ear 
Unto my manifold complaints : 
I trust thou wilt relieve my wants 
And deign thy needy child to hear, 

2. Grant me an upright, pimple 

heart, 
A cheerful mind to me impart, 
Free from Sin's galling load : 
O may I of my sinfulness 
Always retain a consciousness, 
But not serve sin, forbid it, God ! 

3. Grant me a harmless, dove-like 
To true humility inclin'd ; (mind, 

Thy will be mine indeed : 
O may I labour, constantly 
Endow'd with spirit's poverty, 
From every hurtful influence freed. 

4. May I be serious, child-like too, 
In all essentials firm and true ; 

Give me a trusty ear ; 
A sympathizing, tender heart, 
In joy and sorrow to take part, 
And gladly others' burdens bear. 

5. In converse make me tractable 
And mild ; in storms invincible, 

And never prone to yield. 
May I maintain incessantly 
A tender fellowship with thee, 
From day to day by grace upheld. 

6. Thy unction O may I obey, 
And tread the pilgrim's rugged way; 

Grant I may shun no toil ; 
In all my senses render me 
Well exercis'd, and let me be 
Anointed with thy gladdening oil. 

7. Thou of all nations the desire, 
With zeal thy ministers inspire ; 

And grant tht every field, 



With gospel-seed already sown. 
In Gentile lands or in our own. 
May an abundant harvest yield. 
8. O Father, us with pleasure own. 
The dear-bought purchase of thy 
O Spirit, be our guide, (Son ; 
To us thy saving light afford ; 
O Christ, the church's Head & Lord, 
May we for ever thine abide. z. 

(705.) 599.* t. 36. 

LORD Jesus Christ, thy body's 

Head and Saviour, 
On us, thy children, deign to look 

in favour ; (are overflowing. 

Our grateful hearts with thanks 

Before thee bowing. 

2. What peace do we derive, what 

consolation, 
What strength from thy atoning 

death and passion : 
Impress'd with holy reverence we 

adore thee, 

And fall before thee . 

3. Thy goodness, as thy power, is 

past expression ; 
We trust that thou, whene'er with 

supplication (accept us. 

We seek thy face, in mercy wilt 

And not reject us 

4. O Lord, thou great High-priest 

of our profession, 
Who at God's right hand makes! 

intercession, (help the needy 

And by thy powerful prayers to 

Art ever ready : — 

5. The many drops of blood which 

from thee flowed, 
The streams of tears which oft thy 

cheeks bedewed, (pleading 

Are all in our behalf for mercy 

And interceding. 



ids 



PRAYER AND 



6. O may thy church thro' thy 

atonement's powers, 

Unto thy praise before thee bloom 

like flowers ; (Saviour, 

Yea, glorify thy name in us, dear 

Both now and ever. 

Z. 

(706.) 600,* t. 83. 

FLOCK of Christ, in fellowship 
Otter fervent supplication ; 
Whether to rejoice or weep 
We may now have most occasion : 
When the lips no more can pray. 
Sighs will find to him their way. 

2. O may he so sensibly 

Bless us with his grace and favour, 

That we in humility 

May rejoice in him, our Saviour ; 

May he in his mercy grant 

All we weep for, all we want. 

3. May his presence constantly 
Yield us joy and consolation, 
In the certain hope that he 
Will regard our supplication, 
Grant our prayers, and much more 
Than we're able to conceive, (give 

4. This be our supreme delight, 
To remain in closest union 
With our Lord both day and night, 
And enjoy his sweet communion ; 
This our heaven while here we stay, 
Him to love, serve, and obey. 

(708.) 601.* t. 79. 

LO*RD, our High-priest and Sa- 
Pour fire and spirit's fervour (viour. 

On all our priestly bands ; 
When we are interceding, 
And for thy people pleading,(hands. 
Give incense, and hold up our 
2. By thine illumination, 
Thy church's situation 
In the true light we trace ; 



We rise from prayer with blessing? 
O'ercome what is distressing (race- 
Thro' thee, and run with joy our 
Z. & Neisser. 

(709.) 602.* t. 114, 

WHENEVER we in holy contem- 
plation (O Lord, 
Survey the kingdom of thy cross, 
And call to mind the promis'd, full 
reward (expectation 
For thy soul's travail ; with glad 
The hope we cherish, that thy 

reign of peace 
Shall soon o'erspread the earth 
with rich increase. 

2. O Father of thy people, we im- 
plore thee, (ferings, bless ; 

The church, the fruit of Jesus' suf- 
Refresh thine heritage with showers 

of grace, (the glory : 

The cause is thine, and thine alone 
May Jesus thousands as a spoil 

obtain, (gain. 

And his disciples constant victory 

3. O Holy Spirit, Christ's blood- 

bought salvation 
Set forth, and glorify his sacrifice ; 
May hosts of sinners, listening to 

thy voice, (tation. 

Receive with joy the gospel-invi- 
And, by thee gathered, see their 

names enroll'd (som'd fold* 
Among the sheep of Jesus' ran- 

(712.) 603. t. 185, 

GRACIOUS Saviour, bless thy 

congregation, 
Richly all her wants supply ; 
Be our only joy and consolation, 
Till we quit mortality : 
Of each weight may we be more 

divested, (lested, 

Live beneath thy sceptre unmo- 



SUPPLICATION. 



199 



In thy matchless radiance shine, 

Filled with thy love divine. 

2. Cheer thy chosen witnesses, O 

Jesus, 
Who thy dying Jove proclaim ; 
That with joy they may to distant 

places 
Bear thy great and glorious name : 
By thy arm O may they be de- 
fended, (ended, 
Till their pilgrimage on earth is 
And they are with thee at rest : 
Lord, we pray, hear our request, 



604.* 



Swertner. 

T.22. 



(713.) 

LORD Jesus, with thy presence 

bless, 
By land and sea, thy witnesses : 
In every danger them defend, 
In every trial prove their friend. 

2. O may thy word in Christendom 
Be bless'd, and may thy kingdom 

come ; 
And may thy servants joyful bring 
N"ew spoils, each day, to thee, their 

King. 

3. Preserve in constant love and 

peace, (crease 

And thro' thy blessing still in- 
Thy little flocks, which far and 
In towns and villages appear, (near 

4. Thy thoughts of peace o'er us 

fulfil, 
Incline our hearts to do thy will ; 
Thy gospel make more fully known; 
May all the world thy goodness own. 
John de Watteville. 

(715.) 605. t.22. 

ATTEND, O Saviour, to our 

prayer 
All things by thy appointment are ; 



We thee confess the sovereignLord, 
Thy name be everywhere ador'd. 

2. Thou who on earth the sick didst 

heal, 
And to the poor thy love reveal, 
O comfort, by a look from thee, 
All who are now in misery. 

3. Nearer and nearer draw us still ; 
Might all but know thy holy will ; 
Subdue all pride and stubbornness. 
O Lord, by thy prevailing grace. 

4. Preserve by thy almighty aid 
Those who have thee their refuge 

made ; (blame, 

Grant that, in all things free from 
In meekness they may praise thy 

name. j. GamboM. 



606. 



t. 205. 



(716.) 

JESUS, hear our fervent prayer. 

Own thy people, seal us thine : 
Thee to obey from day to day 

By thy Spirit us incline : 
Us for ever bless and keep, 
Mark us as thy chosen sheep ; 
From thy fulness to us grant 
Every grace and gift we want. 

(718. 607.* t. 166, 

LORD Jesus, bless thy witnesses, 
Spread over them thy arms of love ; 
Behold them in their destin'd race, 
Where bold in faith's bright path 

they move : 
Support them under every load, 
Console them when they weep 'fore 

thee, (stow'd, 

And help them, for the aid be- 
To praise thy name continually. 



(719.) 



608.* 



t. 159. 



ABUNDANTLY our Saviour's 
Bestoweth gifts and grace ; (hand 



200 



PUBLIC WORSHIP AND 



This we in many a distant land 
With inward joy can trace : 
When for his work engag'd in 

prayer, 
We know he our requests will hear, 
And confidently can believe, 
A rich increase he'll give. 

(720.) 609. t. 185. 

BLESS, O Lord, we pray, thy con- 
gregation, 
Bless each choir and family ; (tion, 
Bless the youth, the rising genera- 
Bless the children dear to thee ; 
Bless thy servants,grant them grace 
and unction ; (their function ; 
That they may with care discharge 
Lord on thee we humbly call, 
Let thy blessings rest on all. 

(722.) 610.* t. 97. 

OFT as the church the goodness 

weighs, 
Which Jesus unto her displays, 
And ponders on his faithful care, 
Which she each day doth richly 

share, (inclin'd 

By love constrained, to pray she is 
For the prosperity of all mankind. 
2. For all put in authority 
We supplicate most fervently ; 



The magistrates who are ordain'd. 
Support by thy almighty hand ; 
And, under their protection, grant 

that we 
May live in godliness and honesty . 
Gregor. 

611. t. 22. 

O GOD of heaven and earth, arise, 
And hear our loud united cries ; 
Behold us bow before thy face, 
Throughout our land, and seek thy 
grace. 

2. Our trust is not in mortal hosts, 
Nor in the arms that guard our 

coasts ; 
Thine is the land, and thine the 

main, 
And human force and skill are vain. 

3. Our guilt might draw thy ven- 

geance down 
On every shore, on every town ; 
But view us, Lord, with pitying eye. 
And lay thy lifted thunder by. 

4. Forgive the follies of our times, 
And cleanse our land from all its 

crimes ; 
Reform'd and deck'd with grace 

divine, 
Let our united people shine. 

Doddridge, (ad.) 



XXXI. PUBLIC WORSHIP AND THE LORD'S DAY 
T. 22. 



612.* 



(781.) 

LORD Christ, reveal thy holy face, 
And send the Spirit of thy grace, 
To fill our hearts with fervent zeal, 
To learn thy truth, and do thy will. 
2. Lord, lead us in thy holy ways, 
And teach our lips to tell thy praise: 



Revive our hope, our faith increase. 
To taste the sweetness of thy grace: 

3. Till we with angels join to 

sing 
Eternal praise to thee, our King; 
Till we behold thy face most bright, 
In joy and everlasting light* 



THE LORD'S DAY. 



4. To God the Father, God the Son, 
And God the Spirit, Three in One, 
Be honour, praise, and glory giv'n 
By all on earth and all in heaven. 
William, Duke of Weimar. 

(895.) 613. t. 22. 

JESUS, where'er thy people meet, 
There they behold thy mercy-seat ; 
Where'er they seek thee, thou art 

found, 
And every place is hallow'd ground. 

2. For thou, within no walls con- 
Inhabitest the humble mind ; (fin'd, 
Such ever bring thee where they 

come, 
And going, take thee to their home. 

3. DearShepherd of thy chosen few, 
Thy former mercies here renew ; 
Here to our waiting hearts proclaim 
The sweetness of thy saving name. 

4. Here may we prove the power 

of prayer, (care, 

To strengthen faith, and sweeten 
To teach our faint desires to rise, 
And bring thy cross before our eyes. 

5. Behold,at thy commanding word, 
We stretch the curtain and the cord: 
O rend the heavens and come 

down, (own. 

And make each rebel heart thine 

Cowper. 

614. t. 14. 

ETERNAL Sun of righteousness, 
Display thy beams divine, 

And cause the glory of thy face 
Upon our hearts to shine. 

2. Light in thy light O may we see, 
Thy grace and mercy prove. 

Reviv'd, and cheer'd, and blest by 
thee, 

The God of pardoning love. 

C> Wesley. 



201 
T.22 



(896.) 615. 

WITH joy we hasten to the place, 
Where we ourSaviour oft have met; 
And while we feast upon his grace, 
Our burdens and our griefs forget. 

2. Tho' pinch'd with poverty at 
Or with affliction daily fed, (home. 
It makes amends, if we can come 
To God's own house for heavenly 

bread. 

3. We thank thee for thy day, O 

Lord : (seek ; 

Here we thy promis'd presence 
Open thine hand, with blessings 

stor'd 
And grant us manna for the week, 
J. Newton 

(897.) 616. t.11. 

JESUS is become at length 
My salvation and my strength ; 
And his praises shall prolong, 
While I live, my pleasant song. 
% Praise ye then his glorious name, 
Publish his exalted fame ; 
Still his worth your praise exceeds, 
Excellent are all his deeds. 
3. Raise again the joyful sound : 
Let the nations spread it round : 
Zion, sing, thy Monarch see : 
God the Saviour dwells in thee. 

J. Newton 

(898.) 617. t. 14. 

ZION,where God records hisname> 

In our esteem is dear ; 
Tasting his goodness, we exclaim, 

" 'Tis good to sojourn here." 
2. We see his beauty, and admire 

The glories of his house ; 
Into his will we here inquire, 

And here we pay our vows* 



202 



PUBLIC WORSHIP AND 



3. Dear Saviour, bless us from on 

high, 
Infuse thy love and fear ; 
And let our lives exemplify 
The precious truths we hear. 

4, And as successively we quit 
This mortal, dying frame, 

May others here before thee meet 
To bless thy holy name. 



618. 



T.ll. 



(899.) 

SHEPHERD of thy blood-bought 

sheep, 
Teach the stony heart to weep ; 
Let the blind have eyes to see, 
See themselves and look on thee. 

2. Let the minds of all our youth 
Feel the force of sacred truth ; 
While the gospel-call they hear, 
May they learn to love and fear. 

3. Shows them what their ways have 

been, 
Show them the desert of sin ; 
Then thy dying love reveal ; 
This shall melt a heart of steel. 

4. Where thou hast thy work 

begun, 
Give new strength the race to run ; 
Scatter darkness, doubts, and fears, 
Wipe away the mourner's tears. 

5. Bless us all, both old and young ; 
Call forth praise from every tongue: 
Let the whole assembly prove 
Thy rich grace and dying love. 

J. Newton. 



619. 



t. 22. 



HOW sweet to leave the world 

awhile, 
And seek the presence of our Lord : 
Blest Saviour, on thy people smile, 
And come according to thy word. 



2. From busy scenes we now re- 

treat, (thee : 

That we may here converse with 
Ah, Lord, behold us at thy feet ; 
Let this the gate of heaven be. 

3. Chief of ten thousand, now ap- 

pear, 
That we by faith may see thy face ; 
O speak, that we thy voice may 

hear, 
And let thy presence fill this piace. 
Kelly. 

620. t. 582. 

WELCOME, sweet day of rest. 
That saw the Lord arise ; 

Welcome to this reviving breast. 
And these rejoicing eyes ! 

2. The King himself comes near, 
And feasts his saints to-day ; 

Here we may sit, and see him here, 
And love, and praise, and pray. 

3. One day amidst the place, 
Where my dear God hath been, 

Is sweeter than ten thousand days 
Of pleasurable sin. 

4. My willing soul would stay 
In such a frame as this, 

And sit and sing herself away 
To everlasting bliss. Watte 

621. t. 14. 

THIS is the day the Lord hath 
made, 

Let young and old rejoice ; 
To him be vows and homage paid, 

Whose service is our choice. 

2. This is the temple of the Lord : 
How sacred is this place ! 

With meekness let us hear his word. 
With reverence seek his face. 

3. This is the homage he requires, 
The voice of praise and prayer* 



THE LORD'S DAY. 



203 



The soul's affections, hopes,desires, 
Ourselves and all we are. 

4. While rich and poor for mercy 
Propitious from the skies, (call, 

The Lord, the Maker of them all, 
Accepts the sacrifice. 

5. Well pleas'd, through Jesus 

Christ the Son, 
From sin he grants release ; 
According to their faith 'tis done, 
He bids them go in peace. 

J. Montgomery. 



622. 



t. 14. 



BLEST is the work, O God and 

King, 
To praise thy glorious name : 
By day thy wondrous grace we sing, 
By night thy truth proclaim. 

2. We hail thy day of rest, O Lord, 
And seek thy house of prayer, 

To meet thy saints, to hear thy 
And all thy works declare, (word, 

3. Though sensual hearts, un- 

chang'd by grace, 
Such heavenly joys despise, 
Teach us to love thy dwelling- 
Thy day of rest to prize : (place, 

4. Till, fix'd within thy courts 

above, 
Far nobler songs we raise, 
Where every heart is fill'd with love, 
And every mouth with praise. 
Watte. 



623. 



t.22. 



O LORD, this sacred day of thine 
Demands the soul's collected pow- 
Gladly may we to thee resign (ers ; 
These solemn, consecrated hours. 
2. Thy Spirit's powerful aid impart, 
And bid thy word, with life divine 



Engage the ear, and warm the 

heart ; 
Then shall the day indeed be thine. 
Mrs. Steele. 



624. 



T. 



99 



SWEET is the work, my God, my 
King, (and sing, 

To praise thy name, give thanks, 
To show thy love by morning-light, 
And talk of all thy truth by night. 

2. Sweet is the day of sacred rest, 
No mortal cares shall seize my 

breast ; 
O may my heart in tune be found, 
Like David's harp of solemn sound. 

3. My heart shall triumph in my 

Lord, (word: 

And bless his works and bless his 
Thy works of grace, how bright 

they shine ; 
How deep thy counsels,how divine! 

4. Fools never raise their thoughts 

so high ; (they die ; 

Like brutes they live, like brutes 
Like grass they flourish, till thy 

breath 
Blasts them in everlasting death. 

5. But I shall share a glorious part, 
When grace hath well refin'd my 

heart, • 
And fresh supplies of joy are shed, 
Like holy oil, to cheer my head. 

6. Sin, (my worst enemy before) 
Shall vex my eyes and ears no more; 
My inward foes shall all be slain, 
Nor Satan break my peace again. 

7. Then shall I see, and hear, and 

know, 
All I desir'd or wish'd below ; 
And every power find sweet employ 
In that eternal world of joy. Watts 



204 



PUBLIC WORSHIP AND 



625. 



t. 90. 



NOT to the mount that burn'd with 

fire, 
To darkness, tempest,and the sound 
Of trumpet, waxing higher and 

higher, (ground, 

Nor voice of words that rent the 
While Israel heard, with trembling 

awe, 
Jehovah thunder forth his law : — 

2. But to Mount Zion we are come, 
The city of the living God, 
Jerusalem, our heavenly home, 
The courts by angel-legions trod, 
Where meet in everlasting love, 
The Church of the first-born above : 

3. To God, the judge of quick and 
The perfect spirits of the just, (dead, 
Jesus,our great new-covenantHead, 
The blood of sprinkling, — from the 

dust, 
That better things than Abel's cries, 
And pleads a Saviour's sacrifice. 

4. O hearken to the healing voice, 
That speaks from heaven in tones 

so mild ! 
To-day are life and death our choice; 
To-day, through mercy reconcil'd, 
Our all to God we yet may give : 
Now let us hear his voice and live. 
i Montgomery. 

626. t. 22. 

COMMAND thy blessing from 

above, 
O God, on all assembled here : 
Behold us with a Father's love, 
While we look up with filial fear. 
2. Command thy blessing, Jesus, 
May we thy true disciples be,(Lord, 
Speak to each heart thy mighty 

word : 
iSay to the weakest, " Follow me." 



3. Command thy blessing in this 

hour, 
Spirit of truth, and fill the place 
With wounding and with healing 

power, (grace. 

With quickening and confirming 

4. O thou, our Maker, Saviour. 

Guide, 
One true eternal God confess'd ! 
Whom thou hast join'd, may none 

divide, (hast bless'd. 

None dare to curse whom thou 

5. With thee and these forever found, 
May all the souls who here unite, 
With harps and songs thy throne 

surround, 
Rest in thy love, and reign in light. 
J, Montgomery. 



627. 



t. 22. 



LORD of the Sabbath, hear us pray, 
In this thy house, on this thy day ; 
Accept as grateful sacrifice, (rise. 
The songs which from thy temple 

2. Now met to pray, and bless thy 

name, (same, 

Whose mercies flow each day the 
Whose kind compassions never 

cease, 
We seek instruction, pardon,peace. 

3. Thine earthly Sabbaths, Lord, 

we love ; 
But there's a nobler rest above ; 
O that we might that rest attain, 
From sin,from sorrow, & from pain ! 

4. In thy blest kingdom we shall be 
From every mortal trouble free ; 
No sighs shall mingle with the 



Resounding from immortal tongues. 
5. O long-expected day, begin ! 
Dawn on this world of woe and sin : 



-- --- 



THE LORD'S DAY. 



205 



Fain would we leave this weary road 

To sleep in death, and rest in God. 

Doddridge. 

• 628. t.22. 

THY presence, gracious God,afford 
Prepare us to receive thy word ; 
Now let thy voice engage our ear, 
And faith be mix'd with what we 

hear. 
%. Distracting thoughts and cares 

remove, 
And fix our hearts and hopes above: 
With food divine may we be fed, 
And satisfied with living bread. 

3. To each thy sacred word apply, 
With sovereign power and energy; 
And may we, in thy faith and fear, 
Reduce to practice what we hear. 

4. Father, in us thy Son reveal ; 
Teach us to know, and do thy will ; 
Thy saving power and love display, 
And guide us to the realms of day. 

Pawcett. 



629. 



t. 14. 



A LMIGHTY God, thy word is cast 
Like seed into the ground ; 

Now let the dew of heaven descend, 
And righteous fruits abound. 

2. Let not the foe of Christ and man 
This holy seed remove ; 

But give it root in every heart, 
To bring forth fruits of love. 

3. Let not the world's deceitful cares 
The rising plant destroy ; 

But let it yield, a hundred-fold. 
The fruits, of peace and joy. 

4. Nor let thy word, so kindly sent 
To raise us to thy throne, 

Return to thee, and sadly tell 
That we reject thy Son. 



5. Oft as the precious seed is sown, 

Thy quickening grace bestow ; 
That all, whose souls the truth re- 
ceive, 
Its saving power may know. 

Congregational II. B. 

630. t. 90. 

ON what, in weakness, has been 

sown, 
Thy blessing,gracious Lord,bestow; 
The power is thine,yea thine alone, 
To make it spring and fruitful grow: 
Do thou the plenteous harvest raise, 
And thou alone shalt have the praise. 
J. Newton, (ad.) 

631. t. 595. 

ONCE more, before we part, 

Bless the Redeemer's name ; 
Let every tongue and every heart 

Praise and adore the same. 
2. Let us upon his word 

Still live, and feed, and grow; 
Let us go on to know the Lord, 

And practice What we know. 

Hart. 

632. T. 22. 

DISMISS us with thy blessing, 

Lord ! 
Help us to feed upon thy word : 
All that has been amiss forgive, 
And let thy truth within us live. 
2. Though we are guilty, thou art 

good ; (blood : 

Sprinkle our works with Jesus' 
Give every fetter'd soul release, 
And bid us all depart in peace. 

Hart, 

633. t. 90. 

jTO thee, O Lord, our wants are 

known, 
iFrom thee deriv'd are all our powers; 



206 



PUBLIC WORSHIP AND 



Accept, we pray, what is thine own, 
In mercy pardon, what is ours : 
Our praises, Lord, and prayers re- 
ceive, 
And to thy word a blessing give. 
2. Our Saviour grant,that each of us 
Now met in thy bless'd presence 

here, 
Again may meet together thus, 
When thou & all thy saints appear, 
Andfollow thee to heaven,our home: 
Ev'n so, Amen, Lord Jesus, come. 
J. Newton, (ad.) 

(902.) 634. t. 585. 

LORD,dismiss us with thy blessing; 
Fill our hearts with joy and peace ; 
Let us each, thy love possessing, 
Triumph in redeeming grace : 

O refresh us, : || : 
Travelling through this wilderness, 
2. Thanks we give, and adoration, 
For thy gospel's joyful sound ; 
May the fruits of thy salvation 
In our hearts and lives abound : 

King of glory, :f: 
Sway thy sceptre all around. 

Kippon, or Burder's ColL 



635. 



t. 14. 



THOUSANDS, O Lord of hosts, 
Within thy temple meet; (to-day 

And tens of thousands throng to 
Their homage at thy feet, (pay 

2. The dew lies thick on all the 

ground, 
Shall my poor fleece be dry 1 
The manna rains from heaven 
Shall I of hunger die ! (around, 

3. Behold thy prisoner, loose my 
If 'tis thy gracious will ; (bands, 

If not, contented in thy hands, 
Behold thy prisoner stilL 



4. I may not to thy courts repair, 
Yet here thou surely art ; 

O give me here a house of prayer, 
Here sabbath-joys impart. 

5. To faith reveal the things un- 

seen, 
To hope, the joys untold ; 
Let love, without a vail between, 
Thy glory now behold. 

J. Montgomery. 

636. T.581or83. 
SAFELY through another week 
God hath brought us on our way : 
Let us now a blessing seek 
On the approaching Sabbath day ; 
Day of all the week the best, 
Emblem of eternal rest. 

2. Mercies, multiplied each hour, 
Gracious Lord, our praise demand, 
Guarded by thy mighty power, 
Nourish'd by thy bounteous hand .* 
Now from worldly cares set free, 
May we rest this night with thee. 

3. When the morn shall bid us rise, 
May we feel thy presence near ; 
May thy glory meet our eyes, 
When we in thy house appear ; 
And may all our Sabbaths prove 
Foretastes of the joys above. 

«L Newton. 



637 



t. 22. 



THIS stone to thee in faith we lay, 
We build the temple, Lord, to thee; 
Thine eye be open night and day 
To guard this house and sanctuary. 
2. Here, when thy people seek thy 

face, 
And dying sinners pray to live, 
Hear, thou, in heaven, thy dwel- 
ling-place, 
And when thou hearest, O forgive. 



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3. Here, when thy messengers pro- 

claim 
The blessed gospel of thy Son, 
Still, by the power of his great 

name, 
Be mighty signs and wonders done. 

4. Hosanna ! to their heavenly 

King ; (song, 

When children's voices raise that 
Hosanna ! let their angels sing, 
And heaven with earth the strain 

prolong. 

5. But will indeed Jehovah deign 
Here to abide, no transient guest 1 
Here will the world's Redeemer 

reign, 
And here the Holy Spirit rest 1 

6. That glory never hence depart ! 
Yet choose not, Lord, this house 

alone ; 
Thy kingdom come to every heart, 
In every bosom fix thy throne. 

J. Montgomery. 

638. t. 14. 

DEAR Shepherd of thy people, 
hear ! 

Thy presence now display : 
As thou hast giv'n a place for prayer, 

So give us hearts to pray. 

2. Within these walls let holy peace, 
And love, and concord dwell : 

Here give the troubled conscience 
The wounded spirit heal, (ease, 

3. Show us some token of thy love, 
Our fainting hope to raise ; 



And pour thy blessing from above, 

That we may render praise. 
4. And may the gospel's joyful 
sound, 
Enforc'd by mighty grace, 
Awaken many sinners round. 
To come and fill the place. 

J. Newton 



639. 



t.22. 



O THOU, who didst the temple fill 
With thy resplendent, awful train, 
The glory of thine Israel still, 
Appear in those bright robes again . 

2. In us, and round about us shine. 
Here cause us to behold thy race ; 
O make this tabernacle thine ! 

O sanctify this holy place ! 

3. Now send the promis'd unction 

down, 
And all our waiting hearts inspire ; 
Lord Jesus, make thy goings 

known, 
Thy ministers a flame of fire. 

4. Work with them, and confirm 

thy word 
To all who worship in this place ; 
O pour upon us, holy Lord, 
Unceasing showers of saving grace - 

5» So shall thy servants' hopes be 

crown'd, 
And glory to thy name be giv'n ; 
While this Bethesda shall be found 
The house of God, the gate of 

heaven. Congregational H. B. 



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(726.) 640. t. 167. 

GLORIOUS things of thee are 

spoken, 
Zion, city of our God ; 
He whose word cannot be broken, 
Form'd thee for his own abode : 
On the rock of ages founded, 
What can shake thy sure repose 1 
With salvation's walls surrounded, 
Thou mayst smile at all thy foes 

2. See, the streams of living waters, 
Springing from eternal love, 
Well supply thy sons and daughters 
And all fear of want remove : 
Who can faint while such a river 
Ever flows their thirst to assuage 1 
Grace,which like the Lord, the giver 
Never fails from age to age. 

3. Round each habitation hovering, 
See the cloud and fire appear, 
For a glory and a covering, 
Showing that the Lord is near : 
Thus deriving from their banner 
Light by night and shade by day, 
Safe they feed upon the manna, 
Which he gives them when they 

pray. 

4. Blest inhabitants of Zion, 
Wash'd in the Redeemer's blood ! 
Jesus, whom their souls rely on, 
Makes them kings and priests toGod: 
'Tis his love his people raises 

In his courts to reign as kings, 
And as priests, his solemn praises 
Each for a thank-offering brings. 

5. Saviour, if of Zion's city 
I thro' grace a member am, 
Let the world deride or pity, 
I will glory in thy name : 



Fading is the worldling's pleasure, 
All his boasted pomp and show ; 
Solid joy and lasting treasure 
None but Zion's children know. 

J. Newton. 

(727.) 641.* T.-69. 

HOW amiable 

Thy habitations are, 
Wherein assemble 

Thy Christian people dear, 
O Lord, — thy praises to record. 

2. My heart with fervour 
And inward longing pants, 

Thy grace and favour 

To tell there with thy saints, 
Boldly — the truth to testify. 

3. For there thou choosest 
To dwell, my living Tower; 

Sweet rest diffusest 

From that place evermore, 
Which thou — ordained hast thereto. 

4. There is asserted 

The new birth spiritual ; 
Souls are converted 

By thy pure gospel's call, 
And there — in Christ's church 
grafted are. 

5. For this I'm longing, 

To be throughout my days 
Thereto belonging, 

Thy holy name to praise, 
And thee — to serve incessantly. 

6. All those are blessed 

That come into thine house, 
With awe expressed, 

Which deep conviction shows, 
And pray — and to thee homage 

pay- 



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7. Thou dost deliver 

Thy church in all distress : 
Thou art our Saviour ; 

Whate'er may us oppress. 
Thro' thee — we gain the victory. 

8. One day is better 

Spent in the Christian church, 
Thy praise to utter, 

Than thousands spent in search 
Of joy — in the broad worldly way. 

9. This territory 

The Lord as sun doth light, 
Gives grace and glory, 

And sanctified delight 
To all — who on his mercy call. 

1 0. Yea, his condition 

How splendid 'tis, O Lord, 
Whom thou admission 

Dost to thy church afford, 
And so — to heaven's kingdom too. 

11. Thro' grace afford us, 
Dear Lord, church-liberty, 

To each good purpose ; 

That we our days employ 
With care — thy holy word to hear, 



Among thy ever blessed saints 
Ev'n now to rise and dwell. 

5. To spend one sacred day, 
W r here God and saints abide. 

Affords the soul diviner joy 
Than thousand days beside. 

6. Humbly to keep the door 
Where God, the Lord, resorts, — - 

A thousand times I love it more 
Than shine in splendid courts. 

7. Thrice bless' d and happy he. 
W^hose spirit humbly trusts 

For each good gift alone in thee. 
Jehovah, Lord of hosts. 

Watts, (ad.; 

643.* 



T. 



Bohemian Brethren. 



642. 



t. 595. 



LORD of the worlds above, 

How pleasant and how fair 
The dwellings of thy grace and love, 

Thy earthly temples are ! 
% To thy divine abode 

My longing heart aspires, 
And pants to see the living God, 

With ever warm desires. 

3. The sparrow for her young 
With pleasure seeks a nest, 

And, wandering far, the swallows 
To find their wonted rest (long 

4. O Lord, my spirit faints 
With equal love and zeal, 

16 



(729.) 

IAS long as Jesus Lord remains. 
| Each day new rising glory gains ; 
| It was, it is, and will be so 
I With his church militant below. 

1 2. Our only stay is Jesus' grace 
i In every time and every place : 

; And Jesus' blood-bought righteous- 
ness 
' Remains his church's glorious dress. 

1 3. All self-dependence is but vain. 
Christ doth our corner-stone re- 
main, (stay. 

Our rock which will unshaken 
When heaven and earth are fled 
away. 

4. The Spirit which anointedChrist. 
By which the apostles were baptiz'd, 
Proceeding from the church'sHead t " 
Is given to us and makes us glad. 

5. That cause shall never suffer 

harm 
Which rests on Jesus' mighty arm : 
What man can do we need not care. 
No foe shall even touch a hair ;— • 



tio 



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6. For these our God hath numbered 

all, 

Without his leave not one can fall ; 
If in the least he be so true, 
What will he not in greater do 1 

7. He is and shall remain our Lord, 
Our confidence is in his word ; 
And, while our Jesus reigns above, 
His church will more than con 

queror prove. z 

(730.) 644. t. 22 

AS birds their infant brood protect, 
And spread their wings to shelter 

them ; 
Thus saith the Lord to his elect, 
So will I guard Jerusalem. 

2. And what, then, is Jerusalem, 
The darling object of his care 1 
What is its worth in God's esteem! 
Who built it 1 who inhabits there ? 

3. Jehovah founded it in blood, 
The blood of his incarnate Son : 
There dwell the saints, once foes 

to God, 
The sinners whom he calls his own. 

4. Tho* foes on every side assail, 
This city hath a sure defence ; 
Against her they shall ne'er prevail, 
While guarded by Omnipotence. 

Cowper. 

(732.) 645. t.97. 

HOW sweet thy dwellings, Lord, 

how fair ; (there ; 

What peace, what bliss inhabit 
With ardent hope, with strong 

desire. 
My heart, my flesh, to thee aspire ; 
How oft I long thy heavenly courts 

and thee, 
My Lord and God, the living God, 

te see. 



2. One wish, with holy transport 
warm, (form : 

My heart hath form'd and still doth 
One gift I ask, that to my end 
Thine hallow'd house I may attend: 
There may I joyful find a safe 
abode, (my God. 

There may I view the beauty of 

(733.) 646. t. 96 or 90, 

THE consecrated house we love, 
Where God vouchsafes to place 
his name ; (remove* 

Nor will we, Lord, from thence 
But jointly there thy praise pro- 
claim, 
And daily to thy courts repair, 
To seek thee in the house of prayer* 
2. But oh, the house of living stones 
We never can neglect nor leave ; 
That temple which the world dis- 
owns, 
To that in life and death we cleave, 
Thro' faith to every member join'd, 
The church diftWd thro* all man- 
kind. 

(736.) 647.* t.221. 

THOU Monarch of all, thou Lord 
God of creation, (bless'd, 

How wonderful, and yet how 

Appears in the church thy wise ad- 
ministration, (fess'd : 

Of which thou art the Head con- 

'Tis here for the needy all help 
abounds ; (thy wounds, 

To keep the eye steady, fix'd on 

The sum is and substance, with 
poor contrite sinners, 

Of all the wise maxims whereby 
they are winners. 

2. What is it that makes us stand 
fast in one spirit, 

Lord Jesus, author of our faith ? 



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2U 



Who partake of his salvation, 
Trusting in his sacred word : 
Bless'd who, in love's bond united, 
To his altars are invited ; 
In his courts on earth they dwell, 
There his matchless praise to tell. 



What is it cements us ? — 'Tis only 

thy merit, 
Thy wounds and all-atoning death: 
Ye heralds of mercy, with courage 

good (blood : 

Redemption proclaim now in Jesus' 
No heart e'er was broken by! 

Sinai's thunder, bb{) T 14 

But rocks at the message of peace j 0H , h th who know the 

cleave asunder. Lord 

3. Art thou not refresh'd with I With whom he deigns to dwell : 

divine consolation, (flock, ! He feeds and cheers them by his 
Thou ransom'd, highly favour'dj word, 



When drinking with joy of the 
wells of salvation, (rock 1 
Which freely flow from Christ the 
Who now would be fearful ? for us 
he bled; (finished!" 

Who would not be cheerful ? " 'tis 
This doctrine we'll hold and de- 
clare without ceasing ; 
His cross brings us peace, 'tis the 
source of all blessing. 

648.* 



His arm supports them well. 
2. To them, in each distressing 
His throne of grace is near; (hour, 
And when they plead his love and 
power, 
He stands engag'd to hear. 
1 3. He help'd his saints in ancient 
Who trusted in his name; (days. 
!And we can witness, to his praise. 
His love is still the same. 
(lob.) o48. T. 14. |4. Wandering in sin, our souls he 

THE great salvation of the Lord I found, 

Abides his church's joy, And bade us seek his face : 

To honour him with sweet accord, i Cave us to hear the gospel-sound, 
Our chief, our blest employ. And taste the gospel-grace. 

2. Into the bosom of our Friend 5. Oft in his house his glory shines 
Both joy and grief we pour, Before our wondering eyes : 

Until our griefs shall have an end, j We wish not then for golden mines. 
And sorrows be no more. Or aught beneath the skies. 

3. What comfort, what supreme j 6. His presence sweetens all our 

delight cares, 

Do we enjo^, what bliss, And makes our burdens light ; 

When the Lamb slain appears in! A word from him dispels our fears, 
sight ; (this, j And gilds the gloom of night. 



Might the whole world know 

(740.) 649. t. 168 

O HOW blessed is the station 
Of all those who love the Lord, 



7. Lord, we expect to suffer here, 
Nor would we dare repine ; 

But give us still to find thee near 
And own us still for thine. 

J. Newton 



212 



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(741.) 651. t. 14. 

HAIL, church of Christ, bought 
with his blood ! 

The world I freely leave ; 
Ye children of the living God, 

Me in your tents receive. 
2: Bride of the Lamb, I'm one in 
heart 

With thee, thro' boundless grace, 
And I will never from thee part ; 

This bond shall never cease. 

3. Closely I'll follow Christ with 
I'll go thy safest road ; (thee, 

Thy people shall my people be, 
And thine shall be my God. 

4. And am I, Jesus, one of those 
Who in thy fold have place 1 

Who, gather'd round the erected 
Enjoy redeeming grace 1 (cross, 

5. O yes, nor would I change my 
For an archangel's throne ; (lot 

By grace I'll keep the place I've 

To thee I'll live alone. (got, 

Cennick. 



652.* 



t. 205. 



(742.) 

RISE, exalt our Head and King ; 

Praise the Lord who ever lives ; 
Glad we are his praise to sing, 

He his people's praise receives: 
On his powerful day they rise, 
Offering free-will sacrifice ; 
His victorious triumph this. 
Since hell's host defeated is. 
2. Ye who Jesus' death proclaim, 

Service yield to him with joy ; 
Praise with every breath his name, 

Grace to extol be your employ : 
Grace supports us every day, 
Leads us in the narrow way ; 
Tis thro' grace alone that we 
Can obtain the victory. 



3. Gracious Lord, may we believe, 
Venture all on thy free grace ; 

Boldly things not seen achieve. 

Trusting in thy promises: 
Faith thy people's strong-hold is : 
Their employment daily this, 
To proceed on paths unknown. 
Leaning on thy arm alone. 

4. Christ, thy all-atoning death 
Is our life while here below ; 

Strengthen thou our feeble faith. 

Constantly thy aid bestow : 
In thy mercy we confide, 
Safely to the end us guide ; 
Zion, if thy Head depart. 
Void of life and strength thou art. 

5. Lord, thy body ne'er forsake. 
Xe'er thy congregation leave ; 

We to thee our refuge take. 

Of thy fulness we receive : 
Every other help be gone. 
Thou art our support alone ; 
For on thy supreme commands 
All the universe depends. 

M. Hehl. 



(746.) 



653. 



t. 164. 



O THOU, who out of sin's dark 
Hast us, thy children, called, (night 
And hast thy glorious gospel-light 
Unto our hearts revealed ; 
Abas'd with shame we all 
| Before thee humbly fall, 
!And render for electing grace 
| To thee, Lord Jesus, thanks and 

praise. 
2. The patience, love, unwearied 

care, 
Abundant grace and blessing, 
Thou dost bestow from year to 
Are truly past expressing ; (year. 
Great mercy thou hast shewn 
To us, we freely own. 



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213 



Yet hath thy aim, most faithful 

Friend, 
With us not fully been obtain'd. 

3. What rich returns of thankful- 
From us might be expected, (ness 
Who, that we might show forth 

thy praise, 
Have been through grace elected : 
But here we blush for shame, 
Unworthy of the name (call 

We bear, while of our heavenly 
As yet so very short we fall. 

4. May we show forth continually, 
In our whole conversation, 
What we to others testify 

Of thee and thy salvation : 
May all men in us see, 
Our words and works agree ; 
Thea shall we of redeeming love 
To others a sweet savour prove. 

5. But are there such among us 

still, (warmed, 

Whose hearts thy love ne'er 
Who, tho' their wretched state they 
Are not thereby alarmed ] (feel, 
O rouse them from death's sleep, 
That they may pray and weep, 
And flee as sinners to thy wounds, 
Where for the vilest grace abounds. 

(748.) 654.* t.155. 

CHURCH of Christ, sing and re- 
joice, 
Bring the Lord thro' all thy classes, 

Thanks and praises, 
Glory, honour, might, and power, 

Evermore ; 
Since he is our Head and Saviour, 
And his mercy, grace, and favour 

Richly doth on us bestow. 
2. When we on his faithfulness, 
Love and mercy duly ponder, 

Lost in wonder, 
We desire his name to praise ; 



For his grace, 
Love, and goodness never ceaseth ; 
He the number still increaseth 

Of the church in which he rules. 

3. Highly favour' d church thou art 
Still beyond all contradiction, 

'Midst affliction, 
By the Lord who thee redeem'd, 

Much esteem'd ; 
Therefore may thy whole behaviour 
Be an honour to thy Saviour, 

Whose great mercy never ends. 

4. Tho' thou hast but little strength, 
Let thy faith be manifested 

And attested 
By unfeigned love to him ; 

Serve his name 
With true zeal in every station, 
As his feeble congregation, 

Which relies on his support. 

Gregor & Z 

(749.) 655. t.161 

HIGHLY favour'd congregation. 
Founded firm on Christ the rock, 
Own with thanks and adoration, 
He's the Shepherd, we his flock ; 
He's our Saviour — whose great 

favour 
We've 'midst many trials proved ; 
We're unworthy, yet beloved. 

2. Think, my soul, how great the 

favour 
In Jehovah's courts to dwell ; 
Here poor sinners meet their Sa- 
viour, 
Here the sin-sick souls grow well : 
Was not Jesus — always gracious, 
When we, conscious how we failed, 
To his loving heart appealed 1 

3. In thy family, O Jesus, 

Love should more and more abound; 



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This thy word and Spirit teach us, 
As its mark to all around : 
May we learning — and discerning 
Both thy doctrine and example, 
Be in truth thy holy temple. 

4. Grant that with thy chosen 

people 
Each may serve thee evermore, 
Following thee as thy disciple, 
And in spirit thee adore : (vour, 
Gracious Saviour, with heart's fer- 
May we walk as thine anointed, 
In the path thou hast appointed. 
Swertner. 

(751.) 656.* t. 16. 

CHURCH of Christ, thy desti- 
Is to joy in him by faith ; (nation 
He hath purchas'd thy salvation, 
He hath ransom'd thee from death. 

2. Sin-sick souls, repair for healing 
To his stripes and bleeding wounds; 
Then retain a grateful feeling 

(If the grace which there abounds. 

3. In all wants, in all distresses, 
Thence deriving sure relief; 
Looking daily unto Jesus, 

Who to gladness turns your grief; 

4. Join his church in this confession: 
" I am sinful, weak, and poor, 
But my Saviour's birth and passion 
Prove to me the richest store : — 

5. i4 Nought but Jesus' grace, his 

merit, (ness, 

And his blood-bought righteous- 
Is the cause why I inherit 
Life, and peace, and holiness." 

6. Jesus' death thy strength abideth, 
Church of Philadelphia ; 

He who in aught else confideth 
Goes Jjaodicea's way. 

M. Hehl & Z 



(753.) 657.* t. 68. 

CHURCH of Christ, be glad, 
Praise thy Lord and Head ; 

Grounded on thy Saviour's merit, 

That thou'rt filled with his Spirit 
Is perceiv'd, and this 

Proves that thou art his : — 

2. For the Lamb of God 
Fixeth his abode 

In his ransom'd congregation ; 

And true joy and consolation^ 
Grace and truth abound 
Where the Lord is found. 

3. Strength to grow and thrive 
From Christ's death derive, 

And proclaim his bitter passion 
As the cause of man's salvation ; 

Showing forth his praise 

Till the end of days. 

Balth. v. Promnitz. 



(754.) 



658,* 



t. 114. 



BRIDE of the Lamb, thou favour'd 
congregation, (nant-flock, 
Thou fruit of Jesus' cross.dear cove- 
Securely built on him, the eternal 
rock, (vation, 

Rejoice in him, the God of thy sal- 
Reap all the blessings he design'd 

for thee, 
Grow in his grace and knowledge 

constantly. 
2. Thy glory be to all the world 
displayed, (claim ; 

To all mankind his dying love pro- 
Awake, put on thy strength, Jeru- 
salem, 
And in thy beauteous garments be 

arrayed ; 

Break forth, extend thy borders 

everywhere, (may share. 

That thousands still thy happiness 

Gregor, 



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215 



(755.) 659. t. 16. 

HIGHLY favour'd congregation, 
Lov'd by Jesus and esteem'd, 

Ne'er forget thy destination, 
Why from this vain world re- 
deemed. 

2. Grounded on thy Saviour's merit, 
Bless'd in his communion sweet, 

Destin'd heaven to inherit, 

And the church above to meet: 

3. Witness here to all around thee 
Of thy Saviour's dying love ; 

Testify, " He sought and found me, 
Else I still should restless rove." 

4. Evidence by word and action, 
That thy faith is not in vain, 

That thy highest satisfaction 
Centres in the Lamb once slain. 

5. By love's closest bonds united, 
As the Lord's own family, 

Be to serve his name excited, 
Be to him a fruitful tree. 

6. Grant, Lord, to thy congregation, 
What adorns her in thy sight ; 

Let her walls be call'd Salvation, 
Be her glory, shield, and light. 

(756.) 660. t.119. 

PRAISE the Lord: || : 
Bounteously he deals with thee, 
Highly favour'd church of Jesus : 
Thee he chose thro' mercy free, 
To show forth his matchless praises, 
And rich fruit, meet for the Mas- 
ter's use, To produce. :||: 
2. Gracious Lord, : || : 
Blessed is our lot indeed, 
In thy ransom'd congregation : 
Here we on thy merits feed, 
And the well-springs of salvation, 
All the needy to revive and cheer, 
Stream forth here. :||: 



1 3. As thy sheep :||: 
May we all thy voice obey, 
And not listen to a stranger ; 
Keep us, lest we go astray, 
Shelter us from every danger : 
No where else can we secured be, 
But in thee. : || : 

4. Might we all, : § : 
Young and old, be witnesses 
Of the power of thy salvation, 
And extol redeeming grace 
'Midst a crooked generation ; 
Thus will many souls around us be 

Gain'd for thee. ;|: 

5. We entreat, : || : 

Lord, lift up thy countenance 
On thy ransom'd congregation ; 
Grace to every choir dispense : 
May we all, each in his station, 
Daily in thy great salvation share : 
Hear our prayer. : |J : 



(758.) 



661. 



T.16, 



YE, who freely offer praises, 
Glorify your Saviour's name : 
Do not his unbounded mercies 
Justly your thanksgivings claim q 

2. Yes, with grateful hearts' sensa- 

tion 
We his love and goodness trace, 
That on earth a congregation 
He has form'd to show his praise. 

3. O how kindly has he led us, 
O'er us watch'd with faithful care, 
On the richest pastures fed us, 
Sav'd from danger, freed from 

fear. 

4. Yet while we with joy adore 

him, 
We indeed have cause to mourn, 
To confess our faults before him ? 
And to him as sinners turn? 



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5. O forgive each deviation ; 
Lord, while we for mercy sue, 
Let us joy in thy salvation ; 
As of old our days renew. 

; 760„) 662. t. 16. 

ON thy ransom 'd congregation, 
Lord, lift up thy countenance ; 

Be our help, joy, and salvation ; 
Life and health to us dispense. 

2. In each heart O fix thy dwelling, 
There erect a monument 

Of thy love, all love excelling, 
There fulfil thy bless'd intent. 

3. Take us under thy protection, 
Grant us to obey thy voice, 

Simply follow thy direction. 
To thy will resign our choice. 

4. Of each weight still more divested, 
Freed from every earthly view, 

Be our purpose, unmolested 
Our high calling to pursue. 

5. Thus may we, as thine anointed, 
Walk'fore thee in truth and grace; 

In the path thou hast appointed, 
Till we reach thy dwelling-place. 



663.* 



t. 26. 



(763.) 

O LORD, lift up thy countenance 
Upon thy church,and own us thine; 
[mpart to each thy peace divine, 
And blessings unto all dispense. 

2. ? Tis our desire to follow thee, 
And from experience to proclaim 
Salvation in thy blessed name : 
O bless thy servants' ministry. 

3. Thy mercy is our only stay* 
Direct us by thy holy Word, 
Thy Spirit's light to us afford* 
Preserve us, lest we go astray. 

4. O well of life, we pant for thee ; 
In copious streams thy thirsting flock 



Desires to drink of thee, the Rock, 
And thirst no more eternally. 

5. Thy grace thou freely dost be- 

stow, 
This is our only plea and claim : 
We blush 'fore thee with conscious 

shame, (know. 

Our many faults and wants we 

6. To thee, O Lord our righteous- 

ness, (clean 

Who by thy blood hast wash'd us 

From every spot and stain of sin. 

We give unfeigned thanks & praise. 

S. Linthrup 

(765.) 664.* t. 30 

LIFT up thy pierced hands, most 

gracious Saviour, 
0*er thy church, and pour out ali 
that favour, 
Which in thy loving 
And kind heart for us is ever moving, 
2. To thy care ourselves we now 
surrender, (der T 

Of our lives to thee we make a ten- 
Protect and lead us, (us. 
As our faithful Shepherd daily feed 
J. Nitschmann. 

(767.) 665.* t. 582, 

THE happy church of Christ 
Stands to this very day ; 
Those who are chosen daily find 
To her an open way. 

2. Lord Jesus, when we trace 
Thy gracious call and aim 
With us thy flock, we render praise 
Unto thy holy name. 

3. Thou open'st us a door 

Our little strength thou know'st ; 
Assist us, Lord, we thee implore* 
To call to thee the lost. 



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666.* 



t. 56. 



(770.) 

THOU, whose name is :fl: inexpres- 
sible, (able, 
And whose counsels: ||: are unsearch- 
Thcn, who from eternity- 
Didst the time and place decree, 
Where securely :||: thy dear flock 

should dwell ; — 
2. Spread thy blessing :|j: here and 

everywhere, 
Far surpassing : || : all our thought 

and prayer : 
When we have performed all, 
And fulfill 'd thy gracious call, 
A fter labour : || : we sweet rest shall 
share, Z. 



(771.) 



667.* 



t. 590. 



O THOU, whose mercies far exceed 

All we can think or say, 
As in thy people thou indeed 

Dost daily more display ; 
Let for our happiness, O God, 

On us while here below, 
By virtue of thy death and blood, 

Still thousand blessings flow. 

2. Lord Jesus, let us be thine own, 
And ever thine remain, (mend 

We now ourselves to thee com- 
With thy whole chosen train ; 

Till thou shalt fully have obtain'd 
With us thy thoughts of peace, 

When we, in joys which never end, 
Shall see thee face to face. 

3. Shelter our souls most graciously 
Within thy open'd side, 

Move them from every harm away, 
And in thy safeguard hide : 

O let our names in life's blest rolls 
Inscrib'd be ever found, 

And in life's bundle may our souls 
Be fast and firmly bound. 



4. Now may the very God of peace 

Us wholly sanctify, 
And grant us such a rich increase 

Of unction from on high, 
That spirit, soul, and body may 

Preserved free from stain, 
Be blameless until thy great day r 

Lord Jesus Christ : Amen. 

Z. Herberger and others. 

(773.) 668.* t. 106 or 96. 

LORD, may not one among us be 
Who trifles with his call of grace,. 
None who believes not heartily 
In thee, the Lord our righteousness; 
But grant that, prompted by thy 

love, 
We all to thee may faithful prove 

(774.) 669. t. 151. 

O JESUS Christ, most holy, 

Head of the church, thy bride. 
Each day in us more fully 

Thy name be magnified : 
O may in each believer 

Thy love its power display. 
And none among us ever 

From thee, our Shepherd, stray. 

7.. 



(776.) 



670. 



t. 586, 



HIGH-PRIEST of thy church-dis- 
pensation, 

Lift up, we pray, thy pierced hand. 

And bless thy ransom'd congre- 
gation, 

In every place by sea or land ; 

Before thy Father's throne remem- 
ber 

By name each individual member; 

Thy face upon us shine, 

Grant us thy peace divine. 

For we are thine. 



218 



FESTAL OCCASIONS. 



(777.) 671.* t. 121 

IN Jesus' love and peace, 
On earth's extended face. 

Dwell our congregations ; 
Both here, and o'er the seas, 

We raise our supplications, 
That the God of grace 
All of us may bless 
Till the end of days. Z. 

(778.) 672.* t. 161. 

JESUS, hear our supplication, 

' Tis thy pleasure 
Those to bless who to thee cleave ; 
Grant us stronger demonstration 

Of thy favour, 
Than our weak minds can con- 
ceive ; 
Help the feeble, — us enable, 
In thy bless'd path of salvation, 

Bold and joyful 
To go thro' faith's each gradation. 



(779.) 673.* t. 221. 

O LORD, let thy countenance 
friendly and gracious 

Shine clearly on thy chosen race ; 

To thee we commend ourselves 
jointly, to bless us ; 

Let every member feel thy peace : 

Thy servants protect, O most gra- 
cious Lord, (Word ; 

And always direct by thy holy 

Yea, grant them with boldness thy 
death to proclaim, (thy name. 

And life and remission of sins thro' 
Oldendorp. 



(780.) 



674.* 



r. 121. 



LORD Jesus, by thy death, 
Whereon we trust by faith, 

Thy wounds, thy pierced side, 
Thy agonizing pain, 

Preserve the church, thy bride. 
Till thou com'st again, 
Prince of life once slain, :[j: % 



XXXIII. FOR FESTAL OCCASIONS. 



(782.) 675.* t. 141. 

OWN thy congregation, 

O thou slaughtered Lamb ; 
We are here assembled 

In thy holy name ; 
Look upon thy people, 

Whom thou by thy blood 
Hast in love redeemed 

And brought nigh to God. 
2. Thou hast kindly led us 

For these many years ; 
Ah, accept our praises 

And our grateful tears : 
Grant us all the favour 

To obey thy voice ; 



Yea, what thou directest, 
Be our only choice. 

3. Church, who art arrayed 

In the glorious dress 
Of thy Lord and Saviour's 

Spotless righteousness, 
Be both now and ever 

By his blood kept clean. 
And in all thy members 

Be his likeness seen. 

z. 

(784.) 676 * t. 341. 

LORD, in thy name we meet 
Before thy mercy -seat ; 



FESTAL OCCASIONS. 



219 



Sacred may each moment be, 
Spent in solemn worship here : 
May our incense rise to thee, 
Songs of praise, the voice of prayer. 

2. Here are we richly fed, 
Refresh' d and comforted ; 
Nourish'd with celestial food, 
Bless'd with streams from thee, the 
We with humble gratitude (Rock ; 
Praise thee, Shepherd of thy flock. 

3. O grant us new displays 
Of glory and of grace ; 

Touch our lips with hallow'd flame, 
While, to sinners far and near, 
Of salvation in thy name 
Joyfully we witness bear. 

4. O give us that good part, 
A pure and holy heart ; 
Every needful gift bestow, 
Faith, and hope, and charity ; 
That while dwelling here below, 
We may pleasure yield to thee. 

5. Thou Lamb of God once slain, 
Thy people's strength remain ; 

O preserve us in thy love, 
Us in thy pavilion hide ; 
Ne'er thy hand from us remove, 
Be in life and death our Guide. 



(787.) 



677.* 



t. 114. 



THOU Source of love, we pray, 

impart thy favour 
Each day unto thy house and family, 
Who as one man united are in thee, 
O grant that every one thy grace 

may savour, (rejoice 

And that thy church for ever may 
In thee, and praise thy name with 

heart and voice. 

2. O thou whose love extends be- 
yond all measure, (cry ; 
Thou hearest us already, ere we 



No soul that calls on thee thou 
passest by, (pleasure : 

But to relieve thy children is thy 

Thou art our light, our strength, our 
shield and rock, (thy flock. 

Our faithful Shepherd, and we are 

z. 

(788.) 678. t.341. 

OUR souls with inmost shame 
Address thy holy name : 
Jesus, in our 'midst appear 
Present to each waiting soul, 
Every contrite sinner cheer,(whole. 
Breathe thy Spirit through the 

2. We sinners humbly crave 
Thy presence here to have, 
In this place to find thee true 
To thy promises of grace, 
Still to own the gather'd few, 
Giving them thy life and peace. 

3. From thy majestic throne 
In mercy, Lord, look down ; 
View the souls athirst for thee, 
Turn to them thy cheering face ; 
Each adores with bended knee 
Thee, O Jesus, for thy grace. 

Kendall H. B. 



679. 



t. 185. 



(79L) 

GRACIOUS Lord, our Shepherd 

and salvation, 
In thy presence we appear; (tion, 
Own us as thy flock and congrega- 
Let us feel that thou art near : 
May we all enjoy thy love and 
favour, (viour, 

And obey thee as our Head and Sa- 
Who, by thy most precious blood, 
Mad'st us, sinners, heirs of God. 
2. Lord, receive the thanks and ad- 
oration, 
Which to thee we humbly pay. 



220 



FESTAL OCCASIONS. 



For our calling and predestination, 
Blessed Saviour, on this day ; 
Give us grace to walk as thine 
anointed, (pointed ; 

In the path thou hast for us ap- 
We devote most heartily 
Soul and body unto thee. 
3. Chosen flock, thy faithful Shep- 
herd follow, 
Who laid down his life for thee ; 
All thy days unto his service hallow, 
Each his true disciple be : 
Evermore rejoice to do his pleasure, 
Be the fulness of his grace thy 

treasure ; 
Should success thy labour crown, 
Give the praise to him alone. 

J. Swertner. 



(798.) 



680. 



t. 151. 



HEAD of thy congregation, 

Kind Shepherd, gracious Lord, 
Look on us with compassion, 

Met here with one accord ; 
Accept our thanks and praises 

For all thy love and care. 
Which we in various cases 

Repeatedly did share. 

2. Our lips would gladly mention 

Thy patience, love, and grace, 
Our hearts with due attention 

The loving-kindness trace, 
Which under thy protection 

'Midst trials we have prov'd ; 
Thy fatherly correction 

Shows us that we're belov'd. 

Swertner. 



(794.) 



681.* 



t. 101. 



BOW down, ye followers of the 
Lamb, 

These are your hours of consola- 
tion ; 



With awe adore his saving name : 
His cross and wounds are of sal- 
vation (believe ; 
The lasting source for sinners who 
Come then, and grace for grace 
freely from him receive. 

2. His mercy claims our highest 

praise, 
'Tis by his grace we were elected ; 
Freed from the world's deceitful 

ways, 
And to his flock on earth collected ; 
His faithful heart we know, and 

search it still ; 
May thousands more believe, and 

do his holy will. 

3. Ourselves, dear Lord, we now 

to thee 
Resign anew with soul and body ; 
As thy redeemed property 
Accept of us, tho' poor and needy ; 
Out of the mouths of sucklings 

perfect praise, 
And magnify in us thy name and 

saving grace. 

4. O let thy love our hearts con- 

strain, 
That, in one covenant united, 
The bond of peace we may main- 

tain, 
And be to mutual love incited ; 
To God and to the Lamb be glory 

giv'n (saints in heaven. 

By sinners here below, and by the 

G. Arnold. 

(797.) 682.* t.166. 

HEAD of thy church, behold us 

here, 
Direct and rule us by thy grace ; 
Hear thou each humble sinner's 

prayer, 
Confirming thus thy promises : 



FESTAL OCCASIONS. 



22 j 



O help us, that we may fulfil 
What in thy name we take in hand,! 
Concordant with thy holy will, 
And may it to thy glory tend. z. 

(799.) 683.* ' t.97. 

JESUS, O may we thee obey, 
Who art the life, the truth, the 

way; 
Since for our sin thou didst atone, 
With right thou claim'st us as 

thine own : (that we 

Thou wast obedient unto death, 
Might not be lost, but live eternally. 
2. O let each member of thy fold 
Be in the book of life enroll'd ; 
The Holy Ghost to us impart 
To bear the sway in every heart; 
Us with thy gracious presence daily 

bless, (grace. 

And evermore vouchsafe to us thy 

A. Nitschman & W. Foster. 

(800.) 68-4. t. 167. 

SAVIOUR, visit thy plantation, 
Grant us, Lord, a gracious rain ; 
All will come to desolation, 
Unless thou return again : 
Keep no longer at a distance, 
Smile upon us from on high ; 
Lest, for want of thine assistance, 
Every plant should droop and die. 

2. Surely once thy garden flourish'd, 
Every plant look'd fresh and green, 
Then thy word our spirits nourish'd; 
Happy seasons we have seen : 
But a drought has since succeeded, 
And a sad decline we see ; 
Lord, thy help is greatly needed, 
Help can only come from thee. 

3. Let our mutual love be fervent, 
Make us prevalent in prayer ; 
Let each one, esteem'd thy servant, 
Shun the world's bewitching snare ; 



Break the tempter's fatal power. 
Turn the stony heart to flesh ; 
And begin from this good hour 
To revive thy work afresh. 

J. Newton „ 



(801.) 



685. 



t. 22. 



WHERE two or three, with sweet 

accord, 
Obedient to their sovereign Lord, 
Meet to recount his acts of grace, 
And offer solemn prayer and praise: 

2. " There," saith the Saviour, " I 

will be, 
Amidst this little company ; 
To them I will unveil my face 
And shed my glories round the 

place." 

3. We meet at thy command, O 

Lord, 
! Relying on thy faithful word ; 
Now send thy Spirit from above, 
And fill our hearts with heavenly 

love. 

(802.) 686.* T.185. 

GRACE and peace from God our 
blessed Saviour 

Be with all who love his name : 

Church of Christ, his service deem 
a favour, 

Joyfully his death proclaim : 

Be prepar'd for rest or for employ- 
ment, 

From activity derive enjoyment ; 

Serve with zeal and faithfulness, 

Fill'd with love his name confess. 

2. Gracious Father, bless this con- 
gregation 

As the purchase of thy Son ; 

For his sake behold us with com- 
passion. 

And us all thy children own ; 



222 



FESTAL OCCASIONS. 



Jesus, grant to us thy peace and 

favour ; 
Holy Ghost, abide with us for ever, 
And to us Christ's love explain : 
Hear us, Lord our God : Amen. 
J. Swertner. 

(803.) 687. t. 26. 

OUR lot of grace how truly blest 
Since we are called to assemble, 
And daily worship in thy temple, 
Where thou dost cause thy Name 

to rest. 

2. To thee, our Shepherd ever kind, 
We now ourselves anew surrender; 
O plead our cause, in love remem- 
ber 
Thy people, closely to thee join'd 

(805.) 688.* t. 22. 

LORD, with thy glorious presence 

bless, 

Fill, and adorn this hallow'd place, 
Wherein is preach'd thy holy Word, 
And sacramental grace conferr'd. 
2. That this redeemed, happy flock 
Be firmly built on thee, the Rock, 
And of those blessings be possess'd, 
Which on the spirit's union rest. 
'&. With power from on high endue 
Thy flock, O Lord, this day anew, 
That many souls with us may feel 
Thy pardoning grace, the Spirit's 

seal : — 

4. That thousands by our ministry 
May to the truth converted be, 
And we may see them flock with us 
Unto the standard of thy cross. 

5. As long as we on earth remain, 
We will confess the Lamb once 

stain, 
Until we for his victory 
Adore him in eternity. 



(806.) 689. t.101. 

BEFORE thy throne we now ap- 
pear, (tion ; 
Head of thy ransom'd congrega- 
Unto our songs of praise give ear, 
And listen to our supplication : 
Hear from the heavens, thy lofty 

dwelling-place, 
And when thou hear'st, forgive thy 
people's trespasses. 

2. In heaven and earth who is like 

thee? 
Thou keepest covenant for ever, 
Maintahrst thy cause most glori- 
ously, (favour : 
And to thy servants showest 
In us, O Lord, thy word be verified, 
That thou the church's Head and 
Shepherd wilt abide. 

3. Thine eyes be open on this house, 
This temple unto thee devoted ; 

O consecrate it for thy use, 
Thy glory be by us promoted : 
And since thou chosest us, and 

didst ordain 
That we should fruit produce, O 

may our fruit remain. 

4. Now to the Lamb upon the 

throne, (bought us, 

Who by his precious blood hath 
That he might claim us as his own, 
And to his fold in mercy brought us, 
All praise and honour evermore 

pertain: (thereto, Amen. 
Let all who love his name, reply 



(808.) 



690. 



t, 167. 



PEACE be to this congregation. 
Peace to every soul therein ; 
Peace which flows from Christ's 

salvation, 
Peace, the seal of cancell'd sin ; 



Peace that speaks its heavenly 

Giver, 
Peace, to earthly minds unknown ; 
Peace divine that lasts for ever, 
Here erect its glorious throne. 

Countess Huntingdon's H 



FESTAL OCCASIONS. 



223 



691. 



t. 582. 



LET not your heart be faint, 
My Peace I &ive to you : 

Such peace,as reason never plann'd, 
As worldlings never knew. 

2. 'Tis not the stilly calm, 
That bodes a tempest nigh, 

Or lures the heedless mariner, 
Where rocks and quicksands lie 

3. It is not nature's sleep, 
The stupor of the soul, (hand, 

That knows not God, nor owns his 
Tho' wide his thunders roll. 

4. 'Tis not the sleep of death, 
Low in the darksome grave, 

Where the worm spreads its couch 
and feeds, 
No hand put forth to save. 

5. It speaks a ransom'd world, 
A Father reconcile, 

A sinner to a saint transform^, 
A rebel to a child. 

6. It tells of joys to come, 
It soothes the troubled breast, 

It shines, a star amid the storm, 
The harbinger of rest. 

7. Then murmur not, nor mourn, 
My people faint and few, (shake, 

Though earth to its foundation 

My Peace I leave with you. 

J. A- La Trobe. 

t. 230. 



(809.) 692. t 

FROM thy holy habitation, 

O God of grace and consolation, I Will lend a gracious ear 



Behold us, met before thy throne ; 
Saviour, to believers precious, 
With sanctified delights refresh us. 
And us, as thine, in mercy own : 
We humbly cry to thee, 
Send now prosperity ; 
Let thy beauty 
On us appear, — establish here 
Our work, the work of praise and 
prayer. 

(812.) 693.* t.37. 

O CHURCH, thy strength abide 

Joy in thy Saviour ; 
Thy Friend himself draws near. 

Come taste his favour : 
Await, devout and still, 

The grace he giveth ; 
With all who seek his face, 

His peace he leaveth. 

(813.) 694.* t. 135. 

JOY divine and heavenly peace 

with unction, 
Church of Christ, thy portion be : 
Holy Ghost, preserve the deep com- 
punction 
Flowing from Christ's agony : 
Father, bless and keep without ces- 
sation (gation; 

Thy Son's dearly purchas'd congre- 
Lamb of God, thy peace divine 
Seal our covenant, we are thine 

(814.) 695. T . 159, 

THIS day is holy to the Lord, 
This day the Lord hath made ; 
We will rejoice with one accord, 
And in his name be glad : 
Come,let us worship and bow down v 
With thanks appear before his 
throne ; (prayer 

He to our songs of praise and 



224 



FESTAL OCCASIONS. 



2. We now return each to his tent, 
Joyful and glad of heart, 
And from our solemn covenant 
Thro' grace will ne'er depart: 
Once more we pledge both heart 

and hand, 
As in God's presence here we stand, 
To live to him, and him alone, 
Till we surround his throne. 



(815.) 



696/ 



t. 166. 



LORD Jesus, for our call of grace, 
To praise thy name in fellowship 
We humbly meet before thy face, 
And in thy presence love-feast keep: 
Shed in our hearts thy love abroad, 
Thy Spirit's unction now impart ; 
Grant we may all, O Lamb of God, 
In thee be truly one in heart. z. 

(816.) 697. T. 14. 

SHEPHERD of souls, refresh and 
Thy chosen pilgrim-flock, (bless 

With manna in the wilderness, 
With water from the rock. 



2. Hungry and thirsty, faint and 
As thou when here below, (weak, 

Our souls the joys celestial seek, 
That from thy sorrows flow. 

3. We would not live by bread alone, 
But by that word of grace, 

In strength of which we travel on 
To our abiding-place. 

4. Be known to us in breaking bread 
But do not then depart ; 

Saviour, abide with us, and spread 
Thy table in our heart. 

5. Then sup with us in love divine: 
Thy body and thy blood, 

That living bread, that heavenly 
wine, 
Be our immortal food. 



(817.) 698 r * t. m 

THE Sabbath is for man, that he 

Therein may find repo&c , 
And that the soul refresh'd may be 

By Christ, the church's spouse 
Now doth his ransom'djhappy bride, 

Fruit of his anguish when he died. 
Enjoy a true sabbatic rest. 

In his communion blest. z. 

(818.) 699. t.205. 

GRACIOUS Lord,— with one ac- 
cord, 

We're assembled in thy name ; 
Deign to hear — our fervent prayer, 
Mercy is our only claim, 
While with tears and blushing face 
We our sins to thee confess, 
And our hearts with thanks o'erflow 
For the grace thou dost bestow. 

J. Swertner. 

(819.) 700. t. 590. 

JESUS, knit all our souls to thee, 

Unite us all in one, 
And in our meetings every where 

Be thou our aim alone : 
Reign thou sole monarch of our 

Without a rival reign ; (hearts, 
Till we with angels join above 

To praise the Lamb once slain. 
Stonehouse. 

(821.) ' 701* t. 185. 

WE who here together are assem- 
bled, 
Joining hearts and hands in one. 
Bind ourselves with love that's un- 

dissembled, 
Christ to love and serve alone : 
O may our imperfect songs and 
praises (Jesus : 

Be well-pleasing unto thee, Lord 
Say, " My peace I leave with you :" 
Amen, Amen, be it so. c. R. v. Z. 



FESTAL OCCASIONS. 



225 



(822.) 702.* 

WELCOME among "thy flock of 
grace 

With joyful acclamation, 
Thou, whom our Shepherd we 
confess : 

Come, feed thy congregation : 
We own the doctrine of thy cross 

To he our sole foundation ; 
Accept from every one of us 

The deepest adoration. 

2. Lord Jesus, to our hearts reveal 
Thy grace and love unceasing ; 

Thy hand, once pierced with the 
Bestow on us a blessing, (nail, 

That hand which to thy family, 
With tender love's aiiection, 

Ere thou ascendest up on high, 
Imparted benediction. 

3. O thou, the church's Head and 

Lord, 

Who as a shepherd leadest 
Thy flock, and richly with thy word 

And sacrament us feedest : 
What shall we say 1 lost in amaze, 

Our hearts bow down before thee; 
For none sufficiently can praise, 

Love, honour, cr adore thee. 

4. Our heavenly Father, hear our 

prayer : 
By virtue of Christ's suffering, 
In whom we all accepted are, 

Receive us as thine offering : 
To us the counsels of thy love, 

Its depths, its heights unravel : 
And may we all through mercy 
prove 
The fruit of thy Son's travail. 

5. O Spirit in the Godhead's throne, 
Accept our adoration ; 

Thou ever didst attend the Son, 
And aid his ministration ; 

17 



T. 166. Thou teachest us the way to bliss : 
Keep under thy protection 
That church of which He ruler is ; 
We'll fellow thy direction. z. 



703. 



t. 159. 



ALL hail ! our churehesElder dear ! 

Jesus, her glorious Head, 
To thy disciples now appear, 

As risen from the dead : 
Let our rejoicing souk, in thee 
The tokens of thy passion see, 
And hear thy gentle voice anew 

Say, "Peace be unto you !" 

2. Rememb'ring what our fathers 

told 
Thou didst in their young day, 
This solemn jubilee we hold, 
That we, as then did they, 
Ourselves in covenant may bind, 
With soul and strength, with heart 
and mind, (sea, 

Through life, in death, on land, o'er 
Meekly to follow thee. 

3. Revive thy woik amidst the years; 
Our brethren still employ, 

On heathen soils to sow in tears, 

W 7 ith hope to reap in joy : (few, 

Though wide the fields, the laborers 

If thou our failing faith renew, 

The weakest of thy servants, we 

Can do ail things, through thee. 

J. Montgomery. 

(828.) 704.* t. 230. 

JESUS, God of our salvation, 
Behold thy church with supplica- 
tion 
Humbly appears before thy face ; 
By thy powerful love constrained, 
Since from thy death we life ob- 
tained, (praise : 
We give thee glory, thanks, and 



226 



FESTAL OCCASIONS. 



O listen to our prayer, 
To meet thee us prepare 
With due reverence ; (feel, 

No tongue can tell — what joy we 
When thou, Lord, dost thyself re- 
veal. 
1Z. Thee to approach with awe we 

venture. 
Entreating thee our gates to enter; 
Our souls and bodies are thine own: 
Speak to every church division, 
We'll hear thy voice with deep im- 
pression, 
For we are bound to thee alone : 
To thee in each concern 
We'll always humbly turn ; 
Want we insight 
Let us by thee — instructed be, 
Then in thy light the light we see. 
3. Thus our bliss will last for ever ; 
While we enjoy thy love and favour, 
And safe beneath thy shadow rest, 
We with joyful acclamation 
Adore thee as thy congregation, 
Thou art our Head and Lord con- 

fess'd : 
To thee, Ancient of Days, 
Be honour, power, and praise 
Now and ever : 

Lord, grant that we — eternally 
May put our trust alone in thee. 
Countess Zinzendorf. 

(824.) 705. t. 341. 

TO Christ we homage pay. 

We covenant this day 
Him to serve with all our strength, 

Him to love with all our heart, 
Him to follow, till at length 

We obtain in heaven our part. 

(825.) 706.* t.79. 

INCLINE thine ear in favour 
To us, most gracious Saviour. 



Accept our promises : (siofi 

Thy death, .thy wounds, and pas- 
Abide our hearts' confession, 

Till we shall see thee face to face , 
C. R. r. Z. 

(826.) 707.* . t. 185. 

HEAD and Ruler of thy congre- 
gation, 
Which thou lov T st unspeakably, 
And to whom thou oft a deep sen- 
Giv'st of thy complacency ; (sation 
O regard our hearts within us glow- 
ing, (o'erflowing. 
And the contrite tears our eyet? 
While we blush with humble 

shame, 
And adore thy holy name. 

2. Jesus, great High-priest of oat 

profession, 
We in confidence draw near ; (sioi* 
Condescend in mercy the confes- 
Of our grateful hearts to hear : 
Thee we gladly own in every nation 
Head and Master of thy congre- 
gation, 
Conscious that in every place 
Thou dispensest life and grace. 

3. Thy blest people, trusting in thy 

merit, 
On the earth's extended face, 
From each other far, but one in 

spirit, 
Sound with one accord thy praise : 
May we never cease to make con- 
fession, (salvation ; 
That thy death's the cause of our 
We to thee, our Head and King, 
Joyful Hallelujahs sing. z. 

(827.) 708. J. 97, 

THOU, who so graciously didst 

lead 
Israel of old. from bondage freed. 



FESTAL OCCASIONS. 



227 



And by thine own almighty hand 
Didst guide them to the promis'd 

land, (the day, 

A cloud thy brightness veiling in 
By night thy pillar'd fire did mark 

their way ; — 

2. That mighty power thou then 

didst show, 
Attends us still, where'er we go, 
And we, tho' undeserving, share 
Thy tender love, thy watchful care, 
While we thy leadings faithfully 

pursue, (in view. 

And keep the cloud and pillar still 

3. May we to thee, our Shepherd, 

cleave, 
Thy Holy Spirit never grieve, 
And love each other heartily ; 
Thereby the scorning world will 

see, (God, 

That we are children of the living 
A chosen people, bought with 

Jesus' blood. w. Home. 

(829.) 709. t. 230. 

O THOU God of our salvation, 

Behold thy blood-bought congre- 
gation, 

Assembled here before thy face ; 

Pondering on thy gracious dealing, 

We would express our grateful 
feeling, 

And joyful Hallelujahs raise : 

But when we in thy light 

Discern, how we requite 
Thee, O Jesus, 

We blush for shame, 

Ours is the blame, 

But praise is due unto thy name. 

2. Deeply conscious of transgres- 
sion, 

To thee we turn, hear our con- 
fession. 



Assure us of thy pardoning love : 
O root out whate'er impedeth 
Thy Spirit's work or discord breed- 
eth, (move ; 

Each stumbling-block from us re- 
Those who have gone astray 
Cause to return, we pray, 

Faithful Shepherd: 
With thee our Guide, 
May we abide : 
Preserve us lest we turn aside. 



(830.) 



710. 



t. 68. 



LORD, thy church's Rock, 
Who dost rule thy flock, 
Elder of this congregation, 
We with humble adoration 
Thee, and thee alone, 
Our chief Shepherd own. 

J. Swertnar 

(832.) 711.* t.22. 

(reception liturgy. A.) 

IN the name of Jesus Christ our 

Lord, 
The church's Head by us ador'd, 
The Brethren's congregation now 
Into her fold receiveth you ; — 

2. With us in Jesus to be one, 
To follow him, and him alone, 
To enjoy his faithful shepherd-care 
And his reproach and joy to share. 

3. O may our Lord,the God of grace, 
Who gives you in his fold a place, 
Own you his blood-bought property. 
And lead and bless you constantly. 

4. With heart and hand you now 

we own ; (known, 

The Lord, to whom your heart is 
Cause your whole walk 'mongst us 

to be 
Hk joy aad your felkity. 



228 



SERVANTS OF CHRIST. 



5. The God of peace you sanctify, 
With us to yield him praise and joy; 
That spirit, soul, and body may 
Be blameless till his perfect day. 

Gregor. 

(833.) 712.* t. 22. 

(reception liturgy. B.) 
THIS flock of Christ receiveth thee; 
While, conscious of her poverty, 
Before her Saviour she appears 
With fervent sighs and contrite tears, 
2. Yet doth her inmost soul rejoice, 
Because she hears the Shepherd's 

voice, 



And by her gracious Lord and 

Head 
Is gently govern'd, train'd, and led, 

3. Enjoy, then, with the church, 

Christ's spouse, 
The privileges of his house ; 
And in our joy, and grief, and care, 
With us take thy allotted share. 

4. As his redeem'd from this world's 

thrall, 
Let us make sure our blessed call ; 
That, when the Bridegroom comes, 

we may 
Be found wise virgins in that day. 
v. Bruinmgk. 



XXIV. THE SERVANTS OF CHRIST. 



(834.) 713.* t. 166. 

HIGH on his everlasting throne, 
TheKing of saints his work surveys, 
Marks the dear souls he calls his own, 
And smiles on his peculiar race : 
He rests well pleased their toil to 

see ; 
Beneath his easy yoke they move, 
With all their heart and strength 

agree 
In the sweet labour of his love. 

2. His eye the world at once looks 
A vast uncultivated field ; (thro', 
Mountains & vales in ghastly show 
A barren, uncouth prospect yield : 
Clear'd of the thorns by civil care, 
A few less hideous wastes are seen; 
Yet still they all continue bare, 
And not one spot of earth is green, 

3. See, where the servants of their 
A busy multitude, appear ; (God, 



For Jesus day and night employ'd, 
His husbandry they toil to clear : 
The love of Christ their hearts 

constrains, (hands ; 

And strengthens their unwearied 
They spend their blood, and sweat, 

and pains, 
To cultivate Immanuel's lands. 

4. Alarm'd at their successful toil, 
Satan and his wild spirits rage : 
They labour to tear up, and spoil, 
And blast the rising heritage : 

In every wilderness they sow 
The seed of death, the carnal mind; 
They would not let one virtue grow, 
Nor leave one seed of good behind. 

5. Yet still the servants of their Lord 
Look up and calmly persevere; 
Supported by the Master's word, 
The adverse powers they scorn to 

fear ; 



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229 



Gladly their happy work pursue ; 
The labour of their hands is seen, 
Their hands the face of earth renew, 
Some spots at least are lively green. 

6. To dig the ground they thus be- 

stow (clod 

Their lives; from every soften'd 
They gather out the stones,and sow 
The immortal seed — the Word of 

God : (prayers, 

They water it with tears and 
They long for the returning word : 
Happy, if all their pains and cares 
Can bring forth fruit to please 

their Lord. 

7. Jesus their work delighted sees, 
Their industry vouchsafes to crown; 
He kindly gives the wish'd in- 
crease, (down : 

And sends the promis'd blessing 
The sap of life, the Spirit's powers, 
He rains incessant from above ; 
He all his gracious fulness showers, 
To perfect their great work of love. 

8. He prospers all his servants' toils; 
But of peculiar grace he chose 
A flock, on whom his kindest smiles 
And choicest blessings he bestows, 
Devoted to their common Lord — 
True followers of the bleeding 

Lamb ; 

By God belov'd, by men abhorr'd, 
Distinguish'd by the hidden name 

9. Here many faithful souls are 

found (dow'd, 

With power of heavenly love en- 
Full of the light of life,and crown'd 
^Vs kings and priests, to serve their 

God: 
With burning zeal for Christ they 

shine, 
Their body, soul, and spirit give, 



Their wealth and life for Christ re- 
sign, 
For Christ they gladly die or live. 

10. What can we offer thee, O Lord, 
For all the wonders of thy grace ! 
Fain would we thy great name 

record, 
And worthily set forth thy praise : 
Dear object of our faith and love, 
To whom our more than all we 

owe, 
Open the fountain from above, 
And let it on our spirits flow ! 

11. So shall our lives thy power 
proclaim, 

Thy grace for every sinner free, 
Till all mankind shall know thy 

name, 
Shall all stretch out their hands 

to thee : 
Open a door, which ear* a and hell 
May strive to shut, but strive in 

vain ; (dwell 

Grant that thy word may richly 
Among us< &n<l our fruit remain ' 

12. O multiply thy sowers' s$ec 
And fruit we every hour sha 
Throughout the world thy GospeJ 

spread, 
Thy everlasting grace declare : 
We all, in perfect love renew'd, 
Shall know the greatness of thy 

power, 
Stand in the temple of our God 
As pillars, and go out no more. 

Spaiigenberg 

(837.) 714. T.90. 

THE doctrine of our dying Lord, 
The faith he on Mount Calvary 

seal'd, 
We sign, asserting every word 
Which in his gospel is reveal'd ; 



230 



SERVANTS OF CHRIST. 



As truth divine ; and curs'd are they 
Who add thereto or take away. 

2. We steadfastly this truth main- 

tain, 
That none is righteous, no not one, 
That in the Lamb, for sinners 

slain, 
We're justified by faith alone ; 
And all who in his name believe, 
Christ and his righteousness re- 
ceive. 

3. Our works and merits we dis- 

claim, 
Opposing all self-righteousness, 
Ev'n our best actions we condemn 
As ineffectual, and confess (trust, 
Whoe'er thereon doth place his 
And not on Jesus, will be lost. 

4. Christ is our Master, Lord, and 

God, 
The fulness of the Three in One ; 
His life, death, righteousness, and 

blood, 
Our faith's foundation are alone, 
His Godhead and his death shall 
Our theme to all eternity. (be 

5. On him we'll venture all we have, 
Our lives, our all to him we owe ; 
None else is able us to save, 
Nought but the Saviour will we 

know ; (hand, 

This we subscribe with heart and 
Resolv'd thro' grace thereby to 

stand. 

6. This now with heaven's resplen- 

dent host 
We echo thro' the church of God ; 
Among the heathen make our boast 
Of Jesus' saving death and blood : 
We would like many waters join, 
In showing forth his love divine. 

J. Cenniok. 



715. t. 22. 

iPOUR out thy Spirit from on 
high ; (bless ; 

;Lord, thine assembled servants 
i Graces and gifts to each supply, 
' And clothe us with thy righteous- 
ness. 

2. Within thy temple where we 

stand, (thee, 

To teach the truth, as taught by 
Saviour ! like stars in thy right 

hand, 
The angels of the churches be. 

3. Wisdom, and zeal, and faith im- 

part, (above, 

Firmness, with meekness from 
To bear thy people on our heart, 
And love the souls whom thou 

dost love : — 

4. To watch and pray, and never 

faint ; (keep ; 

By day and night strict guard to 
To warn the sinner, cheer the saint, 
Nourish thy lambs, and feed thy 

sheep. 

5. Then, when our work is finish'd 

here, 
In humble hope our charge resign : 
When the chief Shepherd shall 

appear, 
O God ! may they and we be thine. 
J. Montgomery. 

716. t. 595. 

YE servants of the Lord, 

Each in his office wait, 
Observant of his heavenly word, 

And watchful at his gate. 
2. Let all your lamps be bright, 

And trim the golden flame : 
Gird up your loins, as in his sight, 

For awful is his name* 



SERVANTS OF CHRIST. 



231 



3. Watch: 'tis your Lord's com- 

mand; 
And while we speak, he's near : 
Mark the first signal of h is hand, 
And ready all appear. 

4. O happy servant he, 

In such a posture found ! 
He shall his Lord with rapture see, 
And be with honour erown'd. 

5. Christ shall the banquet spread 
With his own royal hand, (head 

And raise that favourite servant's 
Amidst the angelic band. 

Doddridge. 



717. 



t. 14. 



O, KOW should those be clean, 

The vessels of the Lord ! (who bear 
How should those give themselves to 

Who minister his Word ! (prayer, 
3. Cleanse me, O Lord,— my head. 

And a pure heart induce, (my feet, 
That I may be a vessel meet 

For thy most holy use. 

3. O may the beamings of thy grace, 
Reflected on my mien, 

When call'd a sinful world to face, 
Show where my soul has been. 

4. Then shall I not be greatly mov'd 
By envy or applause, 

Content to be by thee approv'd, 
And glorying in thy cause. 

Conder. 



To gain earth's gilded toys, or flee 
The cross endur'd, my God, by thee? 

3. No. fearless I'll in deed and word 
Witness of thee, my gracious Lord: 
My life and blood I here present, 
If for thy truth they may be spent. 

4. For this let men revile my name, 
No cross I shun, I fear no shame ; 
I no reproach nor sufferings dread ; 
Is Christ with me, I'm not afraid. 

5. Give me thy strength, O God of 

power ; (roar, 

Then, let winds blow, or thunders 

I need not fear by sea or land, 

For thou, my God, wilt by me stand. 

J. Winkler. 



719. 



t. *6. 



(889,) 



718.* 



t,22. 



SHALL I, thro' fear of feeble man, 
The Spirit's Are in me restrain 1 
Aw'd by a mortal's frown, shall I 
Conceal the word of God most High? 

2. Shall I, to soothe the unholy 

throng, (tongue ; 

Soften thy truth, and smooth my 



(841.) 

YE who called : }| : to Christ's service 
are, (prayer ; 

Join together : |j : both in work and 
Venture all on him, our Lord, 
Who assures us in his word, 
We are always : || : objects of his care. 

2. Showers of blessing :jj: from the 

Lord proceed, 
Strength supplying :jj: in the time 

of need ; 
For no servant of our King 
Ever lacked any thing : (reed. 
He will never :||: break the bruised 

3. Lord have mercy : )) : on each land 

and place, 
Where thy servants ;{J; preach the 

word of grace ; 
Life and power on them bestow, 
Them with needful strength endow* 
That with boldness ;(: they may 

thee confess. 

4. May we faithful : H : in our service 

be, 
Truly careful :||: in our ministrj; 



232 



SERVANTS OF CHRIST, 






Keep us to thy church fast bound, 
In the iailh preserve Uc sound, 
Often weeding :|I : grateful tears Tore 
thee. Sobiicht. 



vm.* 



T. 14. 



(842.) 

LORD Jesus, who hast called us 

To magnify thy name, 
And preach the doctrine of thy cros* 

Amidst reproach and shame ;— - 

2. We thee entreat with one accord, 
Thy ministers prepare (word, 

To lead thy floch, and pse&cn thy 
With meekness, re? 1 , and care. 

3. Nought can we <ij with jul thy 
But by thy power we know, (aid, 

Strong outofweakness we are made, 
And conquer where we go. z. 



(844.) 



721. 



t.166. 



O GLORIOUS Master of thy houb-, 
Thou know'st the thoughts of e\ cry 

breast ; 
To thee each servant gladly goes, 
Like InolIius uuve for peace and 
Indeed the waters overflow (rest: 
The guilty w-brla,an(l ss Wi'tnstaiiu; 
Few will our mind i»nJ purpose 

kiiov*, (maud 

Few comprehend thy bless d coin- 

2. But we can hope thy word and 

grace 

Will soften many a heart 01 stone : 
What means can win the human 

race ? 
The same which our poor heart* 

have won 1 
Tho' carnal reason stand to faith 
Oppos'd, the wounded conscience 

uie^ 
To the bless'd doctrine of thy death 
And ^ii-atouin* sacrui-u^ 



S. Thy powerful piesence, Lord, 

display, 
Oi c's: iu vaiu the sun we see ; 
ThoUart our li(c,eur t.iuh,our\.ay. 
We have no comibpt tut in thee: 
Vouchsafe to u=? thy unction. Lord:. 
Where'er ebodient to thy call 
We go, thy help to us alTord, 
And ever be cur All in all. 

J. GaniboidL 

(846.) 722. t. 22. 

Be present with thy servants. Lord ? 
We look to thee with one accord ; 
Refresh and strengthen us anew, 
And bless what in thy name we do» 
2. G teach us all thv perfect will 
To understand and to fulfl : (light; 
When human insight fail?, give 
This will direct our steps aright. 
2. The Lord's joy be our strength 

and stay. 
In our employ from day to day ; 
Our thoughts and our activity 
Thro' Jesus' merits hallow'd be. 



(847.) 



72 



.16. 



LO"RD. grant thy servants grc :e ? 

The needful gifts and unction, 
That with due faithfulness (tion ; 

They may discharge their nine- 
That all things as they ought 

May punctually be done ; 
And with success, when wrought, 

Their work vouchsafe to c. 
2. We pray thee, bless them a" P 

And prosper their ejxdefvroujcj 
I.i their impo^taat call 

Tc rerve thee gracious Saviour : 
Thou listen'st to our prayers, 

A#d auiely v*Iii uphold 
TU* faithful ministers 

©f iu$ reueemed fold* 



SERVANTS 
(849.) 724,* t. 185. 

SINCE our Savioui call'd ur to in- 
Everlasting happiness, (berif 

And without the unction of h?s 

Spiril 
Toward the marl we canned pr&£s ; 
Grant us therefore, Holy Gh r;t, the 

favour, (haviqur, 

Beth in doctrine and in our be- 
By thee to be taught and led, 
Till in Christ we're perfectsd. 
2. Faithful Lord, my only joy and 

pleasure 
Shall remain, while here I stay, 
Thee, my matchless Friend a/id 

highest Treasure, 
To adore, serve, and obej : (feeble, 
Tho* I in myself am weak and 
Yet I trust thy grace will me enable, 
By obedience to thy will 
All thy purpose to fulfil. Z. 

(850.) 725.* t. 228. 

BODY and soul's at thy command, 
And we with gladness ready stand 

To serve thy name, Lord Jesus ; 

Since thy bless'd Spirit did explain 

Unto our hearts, why thc.i vast 

slain. (us: 

Nought e^se on earth can ph" ase 
O no, — although 
We are feeble — ann* unstable, 
Thou'rt our treasure, 
And to serve thee is our pleasure. 

2. Unto ourselves no p,:is-j " : s due ; 
And should we*e mj something do, 

That intli} sight TveiL-- piecing, 
To thee we render ill! the praise, 
Thou gh 'si th^-elo em bling g&ce, 

A:;J gmnteHt tis. th^ LI sung: 
Unless -.1^ grac* 
SWay our nature, — every creature 



OF CHRIST. 



233 



lis unwilling 

I Aught that's good to be fulfilling 
Louiea v. Hoyri 

(852.) 726. T.30. 

LORD, grant us, tho' deeply abused 

with shame, (in thy name ; 
With true Christian courage to act 
In thy blessed work may we always 

abound, (be crown'd. 

And let with success all our labour 
2. Give grace, that as brethren we 

join hands in love, (prove, 
Engaging to thee ever faithful to 
Where'er to thy service appointed 

we stand, (command. 

To sow or to reap, at thy call and 

(855.) 727.* t. 14 

GRANT thy servant, thro' thy 
An understanding heart, (grace, 

Thy dealings with thy church to 
And counsel to impart, (trace. 

2. With heavenly wisdom me 
Thy peace O may I feel ; (endow* 

Presence of mind on me bestow, 
To execute thy will. 

3. Thus, strengthen'd in the inner 
Supported by thy cid, (mar,, 

1 shall thy gracious aim obtain, 
Am:), in thy path proceed. 



(857.) 



728.* 



t. 22. 



IN mercy, Lord, this grace bestow, 
Thai in thy service v. e may do, 
With gladness and a willing nind, 
Whatever is fc* us eidsi^ir'd. 
2. Grant v» e, impelled by thy love, 
in feinaiiesl things maj faithful 

prove ; 
Thi we depart, we wish to oe 
Devoted wholly unto uiee. z. 



IM 



SPREAD OF THE GOSPEL. 



(859.) 729.* t. 166. 

O MAY the witness-spirit rest, 

Lord, on thy congregation, 
May godly zeal inspire each breast 

To publish thy salvation : 
We gladly promise faithfulness 

To do what we are able ; 
Sufficient is for us thy grace, 

Which doth support the feeble. 



(860.) 



730.* 



t. 79. 



WITH gladness we will follow thee; 
We vow allegiance, bend the knee 
To thee, our Lord and Head : 
We'll venture freely every thing, 
At thy command, O Christ our 

King; 
By thee alone we will be led. 



(863.) 



731. 



t. 97. 



THOU Master of thy family, 
In humble faith we look to thee ; 
Dispose our hearts, thy blessed 
With resignation to fulfil : (will 
Call forth thy servants, grant them 
needful grace, (my peace." 
And say to each, " I leave with thee 



(865.) 



732.* 



t. 205. 



LET thy presence go with me, 
Saviour, else I dare not move ; 
With thy aid and led by thee 
I will go, constraint by love ; 
Serve thy cause with all my might. 
Deeming every burden light ; 
And, if favour'd with success, 
To thee render all the praise. 



XXXV. THE SPREAD OF THE GOSPEL. 



*-) 



733.* 



t. 590. 



THY mercy, Lord, to us dispense, 

Thy blessing on us pour ; 
Lift up thy gracious countenance 

Upon us evermore : 
O may we fully know thy mind, 

Thy saving word proclaim, 
That many heathen-tribes may find 

Salvation in thy name. 
% In these our days exalt thy grace, 

Thy precious gospel spread ; 
That for the travail of thy soul 

Thou mayst behold thy seed : 
€> may thy knowledge fill the earth; 

Increase the number still 
Of those who in thy word believe, 

And do thy holy will. 



3. Lord, by thy Spirit us prepare 
To follow thy command, 

To execute thy utmost aim, 
And in thy presence stand, 

As servants willing to be us'd, 
Who in thy work delight, 

And offer freely praise and prayer 
As incense day and night. 

4. Hereto we cheerful say, Amen ; 
We have this truth avow'd, 

That we in spirit, body, soul, 

Are bound to serve our God, 
Who touch'd, and drew, and woo'd 
oar hearts, 
And conquer'd us by love ; 
To him we have eng ag ? d ourselves: 
O may we faithful prove. 

Counters ImzMU&oxi, 



SPREAD OF THE GOSPEL. 



235 



(870.) 734.* t.22. 

IN our short warfare here below 
May our experience daily show, 
That in our weakness, thro' thy aid, 
Thy strength divine is perfected. 

2. Without thy blessing how could 
Be servants pleasing unto theel (we 
But we can by experience sing, 
Thy word hath power,and fruit doth 

bring. 

3. Ah, could we preach in every 

place, (grace, 

Our Saviour's boundless love and 
That thousands who are yetenslav'd 
Might in these gospel-times be sav'd. 

4. There's but a small beginning 

made, 
The earth is still o'ercast with shade: 
Break forth, thou Sun of righteous- 
ness, (bless. 
With healing beams the nations 

5. Whene'er we to mankind proclaim 
Thy dying love and precious name, 
Support thy servants' weakness, 

Lord, 
By thy blest Spirit, grace,and word. 

6. Lord of the harvest,laborers send 
Who willing are their lives to spend 
In scorching heat and chilling cold, 
To bring the heathen to thy fold. 

7. When all our labour here is o'er, 
And when our light shall burn no 

more, 
When our endeavours have an end, 
Then let our souls to thee ascend. 
M. Stach. 

(871.) 735.* t. 114. 

THOU Saviour of the world, great 

Mediator, (soul 

O mayst thou for the travail of thy 



Behold thy seed extend from pole 
to pole : (creature ; 

Thy boundless mercy show to every 
With old and young thy gracious 
aim obtain ; (plead in vain. 
Thy prayers and tears can never 
2. Thy glorious gospel spread thro' 
every nation ; (name 

Give us an open door, thy saving 
In the most distant regions to pro- 
claim, 
With power, and with the Spirit's 

demonstration ; 
And grant us joyfully in every land 
To see thy pleasure prosper in our 
hand. 



(872 



736.* 



t.97. 



THE Lord himself gave forth the 
word : (Lord : 

We preach most gladly Christ the 

May thousands, Lord, thy voice 
obey, 

And turn to thee without delay ; 

To those who hear us grant an open 
ear, (thou appear. 

And when we point thee out, do 

2. 'Tis the desire of all our hearts, 
That in the earth's remotest parts 
The love of God to all mankind 
Be preach'd to heathen base and 

blind ; (believe, 

For Jesus saves from sin all who 
And pardon offer 'd thro' his blood 

receive. 

3. Thanks, adoration, glory, praise, 
To Christ we render for his grace ; 
With every breath may we proclaim 
His goodness and extol his name : 
Lord thy knowledge spread both 

far and near, (share. 

May all in thy redemption have a 

7» 



236 

(874.) 



SPREAD OP THE GOSPEL, 



737. 



t.97. 



AS 'twas of old, we now may trace. 
In these most blessed times of grace. 
How the reviving gospel-sound 
Of blood-bought grace is spreading 

round : (increase. 

We see with joy the work of God 
And thousands who thro' Jesus find 

release. 

2. We see in hearts as cold as ice 
The Sun of righteousness arise, 
And that his all-enlivening rays 
Of Satan's slaves maks sons of grace, 
Who are increasing daily more and 

more, (us adore. 

And who the slaughter'dLamb with 

3. Great is the harvest, truly great ; 
The Gentiles for thy advent wait ; 
Saviour, thy word of promise keep, 
And send thy servants forth to reap; 
Yea, hosts of faithful witnesses 

prepare, (declare. 

Who from experience may thy truth 

J. Swerliier. 



(875.) 



738.* 



t.22. 



LORD, at thy feet amaz'd we sink, 
When on thy wondrous grace we 

think, 
Which now so strikingly appears, 
The glory of this vale of tears. 

2. The gospel in these blessed days. 
Throughout the esrth its beams 

displays ; 
Nations that never heard of thee : 
Thy great salvation shout to see, 

3. That mystery, from ages scard, 
God by his Spirit hath reveaVd, 
That heavenly thrones and powers 

might know 
God's wisdo?ri by the church below. 
Molther. 



(878.) 739. t. 221. 

THE springs of salvation from 

Christ the rock bursting, 
And flowin g through the wilderness. 
Refresh and enliven his heritage 

thirsting ; 
Abundant are the showers of grace: 
As rain overstrearaing the parched 

ground, 
With plenty now teeming, spreads 

verdure round, 
The promised blessing its influence 

diffuses, 
And fruit,tothe husbandman grate- 
ful, produces. 
2. 'I'll bless thee and thou shalt 

be set for a blessing,' 
Thus saith the Lord* ' to all around :' 
O may we in grace and in number 

increasing, (abound : 

In faith, which works by love, 
Upon thy grace founded immove- 

ably, (thee ; 

And rooted and grounded ir. love to 
Thus shall we hi doctrine, in r» ord 

and behaviour, (savour. 

To others of life unto life prove a 

(880.) 740.- t. 205. 

WOULD Hie world our passport 

see, 
By which we free entrance gain, 
Or ask our authority, 
We reply, u The Lamb was slain:" 
This is every where our boast ; 
He that higher soars is lost : 
For thnt powerful word we raise, 
Christ, to thee eternal praise. 

2. Every where with shoutings loud, 
Shovits that shake the gates of hell, 
Thy anointed witness-cloud 
Of tiiy great redemption tell : 



SPREAD OF THE GOSPEL. 



237 



Are our door-posts, Lamb of God, 
Sprinkled with atoning blood, 
By its virtue we shall be 
From the dread destroyer free. 

z. 

(882.) 741.- t. 221. 

WITH fire and with spirit endow'd 

every moment, 
Ye ministers of Christ confess'd, 
Go forth and proclaim ye the word 

of atonement, (press'd 

Both far and near ; and when op- 
By hardships and trials, be bold in 

God, (and blood : 

And gladly for him spend your life 
'Midst tempests and billows, and 

thro' deserts go, (then to sow. 

The seed of the gospel 'mongst hea- 

I. Arbo. 

(884.) 742.* t. 582. 

AMBASSADORS of Christ, 

Know ye the way you go 1 
It is a path not strew'd with flowers, 

But yielding thorns and woe : 
All who Christ crucified 

Their only Saviour own, (base, 
Meet often with such treatment 

As to their Lord was shown. 
2. But see, the fields are white ; 

Go therefore, labourers, go, 
The Lord leads on to victory, 

His power and grace you know : 
Christ, who was crucified, 

Of all is sovereign Lord, 
He is the captain of the host, 

We conquer through his word. 

(886.) 743.* t. 79. 

GO, witness of the suffering 
Of Christ, who as our offering 
Our guilt and curse did bear ; 
Proclaim his great salvation 



To many a heathen nation, 
And spread his gospel every where. 

Z 

(887.) 744.* t. 205. 

WARRIOR, on thy station stand, 

Faithful to thy Saviour's call, 
With the shield of faith in hand, 
Fearless, let what may befall : 
Nothing fill thee w T ith dismay, 
Hunger, toil, or length of way : 
In the strength of Jesus boast ; 
Never, never quit thy post. 

(888.) 745* t.185. 

WHAT affords the Christian war- 
rior vigour, 

Who climbs rocks, or sinks in 
sands, 

Braving now of northern storms 
the rigour, 

Fainting then in southern lands ? 

Here no care avails, no circumspec- 
tion, 

But depending on his Lord's pro- 
tection, 

In his heavenly armour clad, 

He moves on serene and glad. 



(889.) 



746. 



t. 14. 



HOW are thy servants blest, O 
How sure is their defence ! (Lord ! 
Eternal wisdom is their guide, 
Their shield Omnipotence. 

2. In foreign realms, and lands re- 
Supported by thy care, (mote, 
Through burning climes they pass 

unhurt, 
And breathe in tainted air. 

3. Thy mercy sweetens every soil, 
Makes every region please, (claim 
Where on the mountains they pro- 
Thy reign, O Prince of peace. 



388 



SPREAD OF THE GOSPEL. 



4. The love of Christ constraining 

them, 
They plant sweet Sharon's rose 
Successfully on icy plains 
And in eternal snows. 

5. In midst of dangers, fears, and 
Thy goodness they adore ; (deaths 
And praise thee for thy mercies 
And humbly hope for more, (past, 

747. t. 582. 

FATHER of boundless grace ! 

Thou hast in part fulfill'd 
Thy promise made to Adam's race, 

In God incarnate seal'd : 
A few from every land 

At first to Salem came, 
And saw the wonders of thy hand, 

And saw the tongues of flame. 

2. Yet still we wait the end, 
The coming of our Lord ; 

The full accomplishment attend 
Of thy prophetic word : 

Thy promise deeper lies, 
In unexhausted grace ; 

And new discover'd worlds arise 
To sing their Saviour's praise. 

3. BelovM for Jesus' sake, 
By him redeem'd of old, 

Ail nations must come in, and make 

One undivided fold : 
While gather'd in by thee, 

And perfected in one, 
They all at once thy glory see, 

In thine eternal Son. c. Wesley. 



There will be with exultation 
But one flock and Shepherd known. 
2, Amen, Jesus' words are true. 
Surely he his gracious promise 

Will accomplish ; 
Ye his servants, ready stand 

In each land, 
Yea, in the most distant places, 
Till he comes, to sound his praises. 
And make known his saving name. 



749. 



T. 



99 



(891. 



748.* t. 155. 



O WHAT praise in highest strain, 
By the ransom'd host in heaven 

Will be given 
To him who brought us to God 

By his blood, 
When of every tongiw and nation 



OH, why should Israel's sons, one* 

blest, 
Still roam the scorning world 

around, 
Disown'd of heaven, by man 

oppress'd, 
Outcasts from Zion's hallow'd 

ground 1 

2. O God of Israel, view their race ! 
Back to thy fold the wanderer* 

bring : (grace ; 

Teach them to seek thy slighted 
To hail in Christ their promis'd 

King. 

3. The vail of darkness rend in twaia 
Which hides their Shiloh's glorious 

light: 
The sever'd olive-branch again 
Back to its parent stock unite. 

4. While Judah views his birthright 

gone, (move, 

With contrite shame his bosom 
The Saviour he denied— to own, 
The Lord he crucified — to love. 

5. Haste, glorious day, expected 

long, (shall raise,, 

When Jew and Greek one prayer 
With eager feet one temple throng. 
One God with grateful rapture 

praise. Bickersteth's CoHootion. 



SPREAD OF THE GOSPEL. 



23* 



750. t. 151. 

OH that the Lord's salvation 

Were out of Zion come ; 
To heal his ancient nation. 

To lead his outcasts home ! 
How long, the holy city 

Shall heathen feet profane 1 
Return, O Lord, in pity ; 

Rebuild her walls again. 
3. Let fall thy rod of terror ; 

Thy saving grace impart : 
Roll back the vail of error, 

Release the fetter' d heart : 
Let Israel, home returning, 

Her lost Messiah see ; 
Give oil of joy for mourning, 

And bind thy church to thee. 

Lyte. 

751. t.22. 

WHEN shall thine hour,dear Jesus 

come, (home ; 

That Israel's sons shall be brought 



Thy chosen servants call ; 
Reveal thy grace to heathen hearts. 
Thy grace extend to all. m. Taylor. 

753. t. 22. 

JESUS shall reign where'er the sun 
Doth his successive journeys run ; 
His kingdom stretch from shore to 

shore, (more. 

Till moons shall wax and wane no 
1 2. For him shall endless prayer be 

made, (head ; 

iAnd praises throng to crown his 
| His name like sweet perfume shaU 
i With every morning sacrifice, (rke 
3. People and realms of every tongue 
Dwell on his love with sweetest song? 
And infant voices shall proclaim 
Their early blessings on his name. 
4. Blessings abound where'er he 

reigns, 
The prisoner leaps to lose his chains- 



When shall they in thy name confide, The weary find eternal rest, 
Whom once their fathers crucified] And all the sons of want are blest, 

2. When shall that hour of grace! 5. Let every creature rise and bring 

appear, (near ; I Peculiar honours to our King ; 

That rends their vail as Christ draws j Angels descend with songs again, 
When shall they feel what Thomas! And earth repeat the loud Amen. 

felt, (knelt], Watt * 

When 'fore his wounded side he< 754. T. 151. 

3. Then. Father, all thv family |HAIL to the Lord's Anointed! 



Shall in thy house assembled be, 
And bless the Lamb who once was 
slain ; (Amen. 

Come soon, Lord Jesus, come : 

Z. 

(892.) 752. t. 590. 

LORD, to thy people aid dispense, 
Their shield and portion be, 

world 



Great David's greater Son ! 
Hail, in the time appointed, 

His reign on earth begun ! 
He comes to break oppression, 

To set the captive free ; 
To take away transgression, 

And rule in equity. 
2. He shall come down like showers 

Upon the fruitful earth : 



And let their lives the 

That thev belong to thee: (convince [And joy and hope, like floweis, 

To bear thy truth to distant parts. Spring in his path to birth 



240 



SPREAD OF THE GOSPEL. 



Before him, on the mountains, 

Shall peace, the herald, go : 
And righteousness, in fountains, 

From hill to valley flow. 
3. Arabia's desert-ranger 

To him shall bow the knee ; 
The Ethiopian stranger 

His ^loty come to zee : 
With offerings of devotion 

Ships from the isles shall meet, 
To pour the wealth of ocean 

Ln tribute at his feet, 
i. Kings shall fell down before him. 

And gold and incense bring ; 
Ail nations ^hail adore him, 

His praise all people sing : 
For he shall have dominion 

O'er river, sea, and shore, 
Far as the eagle's pinion, 

Or dove's light wing can soar. 

5. For him shall prayer unceasing 
And daily vows ascend ; 

His kingdom still increasing, — 
A kingdom without end : 

The mountain-dew shall nourish 
A seed in weakness sown, (ish, 

Whose fruit shall spread and flour- 
And shake like Lebanon. 

6. O'er every foe victorious, 
He on his throne shall rest ; 

From age to age more glorious, 
Ail blessing and ail blest: 

The tide of time shall never 
His covenant remove : 

His name shall stand for ever, 
His great, best name of love. 

J. Montgomery. 

755. t. 151. 

FROM Greenland's kw mountains, 
From India's coral strand, 

Where Afric's eunny fountains 
Roll down -h:ir golden sand; 



Frum many an ancient river, 

From many a palmy plain, 
.They call us to deliver 

Their land from error's chain. 
;2. Shell we, whose sowls are lighted 

With wisdom from on high, 
Shall we to men benighted, 

The lamp of light deny 7 
Salvation ! O salvation ! 

The joyful sound proclaim, 
Till earth's remotest nation 

Has learn'd Messiah's name. 
3. Wafr, waft, ye winds, his story. 

And you, ye waters, roll, 
Till like a sea of glory, 

It spreads from pole to pole ; - 
Till o'er our ransorn'd nature 

The Lamb for sinners slain, 
Redeemer, King, Creator, 

In bliss returns to reign. 

. Bishop Heber. 



(893.) 



756. 



t. 22. 



BEFORE J-hovah's awful throne, 
Ye nations how with sacred joy ; 
Know that the Lord is God alone : 
He can create and he destroy. 

2. His sovereign power, without our 

aid, (men ; 

Made us of clay, and form'd us 
And when like wandering sheep 

we stray'd, 
He brought us to his fold again. 

3. Enter his gates with thankful 

songs, 
And in his courts your voices raise : 
Let earth, with her ten thousand 

tongues, (praise* 

Sound forth, almighty Lord, thy 

4. Wide as the world is thy com- 

mand, 
Y&st as eternity thy love, 



HOLY BAPTISM. 



241 



IPitm as a rock thy truth shall 

stand, (move. 

When rolling years shall eease to 

Watts. 

(900.) 757,* t.90. 

CHRIST JESUS is that precious 
grain, (died ; 

Which fell into the ground and 
Now since he for our sins was slain, 

He doth no more alone abide, 
But for the travail of his soul 
His seed appears from pole to pole. 



(901.) 758. t. 22. 

FROM all that dwell below the 

skies 
Let the Creator's praise arise ; 
Let the Redeemer's name be sung 
Through every land, by every 

tongue. 
2. Eternal are thy mercies, Lord ; 
Eternal truth attends thy word : 
Thy praise shall sound from shore 

to shore, 
Till suns shall rise and set no more. 



XXXVI. HOLY BAPTISM. 



759. 



T.590. 



(904.) 

HEAVEN'S kingdom none shall 

But as a little child ; (enter in 
Therefore the children are by Christ 

Heirs of his kingdom styl'd : 
Is heaven theirs, none shall forbid 

A child to come to him : 
Who shall forbid the water-flood 

A babe to overstream 1 
2. O Father, Son and Holy Ghost. 

Be present with us here ; 
We trust in Jesus' saving name, 

To us his words are dear ; 
We now baptize a little child 

Into the Saviour's death ; 
'Tis his command, and we perform 

This solemn act in faith. 

Schlieht. 



760. 



t.590. 



(905.) 

LORD Jesus,fromthy pierced side 
Both blood and water stream'd, 

A cleansing laver to provide 
For man, from sin redeem'd : 

18 



Thou saidst, " Preach pardon to the 

Baptize them in the name (lost. 
Of Father, Son, and Holy Ghost ; ? ' 

We now will do the same. 
2. Be present with us, Lord our 

Tho' water fails from sin (God ; 
To cleanse, yet thy atoning blood 

Can wash this infant clean : 
Accept this child we now baptize 

And here present to thee ; 
His soul be precious in thine eyes. 

Now and eternally. 

(906,) 761. t.22. 

BURIED in baptism with our Lord, 
We rise with him, to life restor'd ; 
Not the bare life in Adam lost, 
But richer far, for more it cost. 
2. Christ by his blood aton'd for sin; 
This preeious blood can wash us 

clean, 
And he arrays us in the dress 
Of his unspotted righteousness. 



242 



HOLY BAPTISM. 



(907.) 762. t. 582. 

OUR baptism first declares 
That we must cleansed be, 

Then shows that Christ to all God's 
Dispenses purity. (heirs 

2. Water the body laves ; 
And, if 'tis done by faith, 

The blood of Jesus surely saves 
The sinful soul from death. 

3. Baptiz'd into his death, 
We rise to life divine ; 

The Holy Spirit works the faith, 
And water is the sign. 

(908.) 763. t. 14. 

FATHER of JesusChrist our Lord, 
(In him our Father too,) 

O bless, we pray with one accord, 
The work we have to do. 

2. Jesus, as water well applied 
Will make the body clean ; 

So in the fountain of thy side 
Wash thou this soul from sin. 

3. O Holy Ghost, with power apply 
The Saviour's cleansing blood ; 

Own thou this babe, and testify, 
This is a child of God. j. Hart. 



764. 



t. 14. 



JESUS, we lift our souls to thee, 
Thy powerful Spirit breathe ; 

And let this little infant be 
Baptiz'd into thy death. 

2. O let thine unction on him rest ; 
Thy grace his soul renew ; 

And write within his tender breast, 
Thy name and nature too. 

3. If thou shouldst quickly end his 

days, 
His place with thee prepare ; 
Or, if thou lengthen out his race, 
Continue still thy care. 



4. Thy faithful servant may he 
Girded with truth divine ; (prove, 

A sharer in thy dying love, 
A follower of thine. 

5. Lord,plant us all into thy death ; 
That we thy life may prove ; 

Partakers of thy cross beneath, 
And of thy crown above. Beck. 

(909.) 765. t. 39. 

THOU who in the days of thy flesh 
didst receive (ing didst give. 
The children, and to them thy bless- 
Most gracious Redeemer,thy favour 
bestow (bless him now. 

On him we present thee ; we pray, 

2. Reeeive him O Christ, as a lamb 

thou hadst lost, 

And think what a price his redemp- 
tion hath cost ; 

Thy name on his forehead, thy seal 
on his breast, (impress'd. 

Be by thee, our Shepherd & Bishop 

3. Vouchsafe to be present, thou 

Father ador'd ; (ciful Lord ; 
And thou our Redeemer and mer- 
O Holy Ghost, come with thy unc- 
tion and fire, (inspire. 
And all with thy love and salvation 
J. Cennick. 

(911.) 766. t.22. 

O BLEST Redeemer, in thy side 
Upon the cross was made a wound. 
The fount, in which we're purified, 
Wherein our sin and guilt are 

drown'd. 
2. Water and blood in streams ran 

thence, 
And on the earth were freely spilt ; 
Water, to sanctify and cleanse ; 
Blood, to atone for heinous guilt. 






HOLY COMMUNION. 



24* 



3. This wondrous grace to place in 

view, 
Baptismal waters were design'd, 
In which thou, Lord, wast buried 

too, 
To thy great Father's will resign'd. 

4. Thus penitents who die to sin, 
With thee are buried in thy grave ; 
Thus quicken 'd to a life divine, * 
Their souls a resurrection have. 

5. And tho' their bodies tu rn to dust, 
This holy symbol doth assure, 
The resurrection of the just 
8hall render them all bright and 

pure. Stennet, 

(912.) 767. t.582. 

COME, lowly souls, that mourn, 

Depress'd with grief and shame, 

Wash in your Saviour's cleansing 

And call upon his name, (blood. 



2. Rejoice, ye contrite hearts ; 
The blood which Jesus spilt. 

While we with water you baptize. 
Will wash away your guilt. 

3. While with repenting tears 
Your sins you now deplore, 

Christ with his blood will blot them 
Remember them no more. (out. 

4. Ye who in Christ believe. 
And to his sceptre bow, 

Sing your Redeemer's love, and tell 
What he hath done for you. 

5. Unspotted robes you wear. 
Your sighs to songs are turn'd ; 

Garments of praise adorn you now. 
Who late in ashes mourn'd. 

6. Ye with your Lord are ris'n , 
Aspire to things above : 

Mansions for you he now prepares. 
In realms of light and love. 

Stennt-t 



XXXVII. THE HOLY COMMUNION. 



(913.) 768.* t. 107. 

LORD Jesus, who before thy pas- 
sion, 
Distress'd and sorrowful to death, 
To us the fruits of thy oblation 
In thy last supper didst bequeath ; 
Accept our praise, thou bounteous 

Giver 
Of life to every true believer. 
2. As oft as we enjoy this blessing, 
Each sacred token doth declare 
Thy dying love, all thoughts sur- 
passing ; 
And white we thee in memory 
bear 



At each returning celebration, 
We shew thy death for our salva- 
tion . 

3. Assurance of our pardon sealed 
Is in this sacrament renew'd ; 
The soul with peace and joy is 

tilled, 
With thy atoning blood bedew'd ; 
That stream from all defilement 

cleanses, 
And life abundantly dispenses. 

4. That bond of love, that mystic 

union, 
By which to thee, our Head, we're 
join'd, 



244 



HOLY COMMUNION. 



Is closer drawn at each communion; I 
By love inspir'd, we know thy 

mind, «*• (merit, 

And, feeding on thy death and 
Are render'd one with thee in 

spirit. 

5. Lord, by thy flesh the soul is 

nourish'd, (vive; 

When faint, thy blood doth us re- 
And while our faith thereby is 

eherish'd, (strive : 

To serve thee and thy house we 
We, by this food invigorated, 
Are to good works anew created. 

6. Whiie thus thou feed'st the poor 

and needy, (whole ; 

Life from thy death pervades the 
And the true members of thy body, 
In thee, their Head, one heart and 

soul, (ficed, 

For whom one bread and cup suf- 
Into one spirit are baptized. 

7. Thy flesh to us a pledge is given, 
That ev'n our flesh, corrupt and 

vile, (heaven, 

Shall from the dust be rais'd to 
And with unfading glories smile, 
And soul and body be for ever 
At home with thee, our Lord and 

Saviour. 

8. what a striking exhibition 
Of love divine; what heavenly food ! 
Our hungry souls in this fruition 
Find here on earth their highest 

good : 
It proves, amidst all tribulation, 
Of heavenly bliss the anticipation. 

(916.) 769. t.166. 

IN that most dark and doleful night, 
In which our Saviour was betray 'd, 
Before his sufferings he took bread, 
Biased, and brake it, and the/i said, 



"Take, eat; this is my body giv'n 
For you and offered on the tree ; 
Perform this ordinance as I do, 
And doing it, remember >ie." 

2. Then after supper took the cup, 
And having given thanks, he said, 

''Tis the New Testament in my 

blood, 
The blood for you and many shed ; 
Take this, and drink ye all of it, 
Your sins' remission here you see : 
Oft as this ordinance ye perform. 
It in remembrance do of me." 

3. Yes, Lord, we will remember 

thee, 
We'll ne'er forget thy love divine ; 
Thy cross we'll ever bear in mind, 
Which made thee ours, and made 

us thine : 
We thus commemorate thy death. 
Till thou shalt once again appear ; 
Meanwhile remember, gracious 

Lord, 
Us thy unworthy followers here. 



(917.) 



770.* 



205. 



HAPPY race — of witnesses, 

Whom God's Spirit doth ordain 
To make known — what God hath 
Ye can only victory gain (done ; 
By that sacred covenant-blood, 
Which the fathers* bold in God, 
Wrote in faith on every door. 
That the slayer might pass o'er. 

2. Israel's seed,— from slavery freed, 
Eat with joy their Paschal lamb; 

But the bride — of Christ who died 
Her from bondage to redeem, 

Hath another passover ; 

There the shadow, substance here ; 

She enjoys the flesh and blood 

Of the slaughter'd Lamb of God* 



HOLY COMMUNION. 



'2ih 



3. Here we now, most humbly bow, 
Met in our Redeemer's name, 

Who for us — died on the cross, 

Bearing our reproach and shame: 
'Fore the Father, 'fore the Son, 
And the Spirit, Three in One, 
With the countless heavenly host, 
And the assembly of the just. 

4. Ere we taste — the rich repast, 
Which he offers graciously, 

On our food, — his flesh and blood, 

Feasting in the sanctuary ; 
Ere the sacrament to enjoy, 
We with awe to him draw nigh: 
We in love and fellowship 
This communion love-feast keep. 

5. Eat and rest — at this great feast, 
Then to serve him freely go, 

As it is — for pilgrims fit, 

As disciples ought to do : 
We, when Jesus we shall see 
Coming in his majesty, 
Shall the marriage-supper share, 
If we his true followers are. 
;6, Then will be — of ransom'd souls 

An innumerable throng ; 
Lamb once slain — to thee pertain 
Thanks and praisg, will be their 
Hallelujah will they cry, (song : 
Singing in sweet harmony, 
'Midst all trials we o'ercame 
Only by thy blood, O Lamb. z. 

(918.) 771.* t. 594 or 184. 

JESUS, how great was thy desire 

Once more to eat the Paschal lamb 

With thy dear flock ! O what love's 
fire 

Did here thy sorrowing soul in- 
flame ! 

Each precious word thy kindness 
showeth, 

Thereby we are divinely blest ; 



The love that in thy bosom gloweth 
Is herein render'd manifest. 

2. Thy love is great, beyond all 
measure, 

Thence we derive eternal good ; 
Thou grantest us, O what a trea- 
Thy holy body and thy blood; (sure, 
Lord Jesus, was it not sufficient 
That thou shouldst die for oor 

offence, 
But out of love, thou every patient 
Wouldst heal, and make thy resi- 
dence. 

3. O love divine, how strong, how 
ardent, 

More strong than death; our life 
to gain, 

The incarnate God, thro' love most 
fervent, 

Was as a lamb for sinners slain : 

Love urg'd the sovereign great 
Creator, 

'Fore whom the universe doth 
shake, 

By whom all things subsist in na- 
ture, (make. 

Once in the earth his grave to 

(919.) 772. t.590. 

THAT doleful night before hie 
death, 

The Lamb, for sinners slain, 
Did almost with his latest breath 

This solemn feast ordain : (met, 
To keep thy feast, Lord, are wo 

And to remember thee ; 
Help each poor sinner to repeat, 

For me he died, for me. 
2. Thy sufferings, Lord,each sacred 
sign 

To our remembrance brings ; 
We feed upon thy love divine. 

Forget all earthly things 



246 



O tune our voices, and inflame 
Our hearts with love to thee ; 

That each may gratefully pro- 

The Saviour died for me. (claim, 

J. Hart. 

(920.) 773. t.166. 

JESUS, thy feast we celebrate, 



HOLY COMMUNION. 

(922.) 775.* 



R2_ 



t. 581 or 83 

TO avert from men God's wrath 
Jesus suflfer'd in our stead ; 

By an ignominious death 
He a full atonement made ; 

And by his most precious blood 
Brought us sinners nigh to God, 
Show forth thy death and praised That we never should forget 



thy name, 
Till thou return, and we shall eat 
The marriage-supper of the Lamb : 
In memory of our dying Lord 
The church on earth, till time shall 
Meets at his table to record (end, 
The love of her departed Friend. 

(921.) 774. t. 9. 

SUFFERING Saviour, Lamb of 
How hast thou been used ! (God, 

With God's sin-avenging rod 
Soul and body bruised ! 

2. We, for whom thou once wast 

slain, 
We, whose sins did pierce thee, 
Now commemorate thy pain, 
And implore thy mercy. 

3. What can we poor sinners do, 
When temptations seize us 7 

Nought have we to look unto, 
But the blood of Jesus. 

4. Pardon all our sins, O Lord ; 
All our weakness pity : 

Guide us safely by thy word 
To the heavenly city. 

5. O sustain us on the road 
Thro' this desert dreary ; 

Feed us with thy flesh and blood, 
When we're faint and weary. 

6. Bid us call to mind thy cross, 
Our hard hearts to soften ; 

Often, Saviour, feast us thus, 
For we need it often. j, Hart. 



This great love on us bestow'd. 
He gave us his flesh to eat, 

And to drink his precious blood : 
All who sick and needy are 

May receive in him a share. 

3. Hither each afflicted soul 
May repair, tho' fili'd with grief; 

To the sick, not to the whole, 
The physician brings relief: 

Fear not therefore, but draw nigh, 
Christ will all your wants supply. 

4. He who in self-righteousness 
Fixes any hope or stay, 

Has not on a wedding-dress, 
And with shame is sent away ; 

To the hungry, weary heart, 
He will food and rest impart. 

5. But examine first your case, 
Whether you be in the faith ; 

Do you mourn for pardoning grace? 

Is your only hope his death 1 
Then, howe'er your soul's opprest. 

Come, you are a worthy guest. 

6. He who Jesus' mercy knows, 
Is from wrath and envy freed ; 

Love unto our neighbour shows 
That we are his flock indeed : 

Thus we may in all our ways 
Show forth our Redeemer's praise. 
John Huss. 

(926.) 776.* t.9. 

TILL the hour shall come, with 
By the church desired, (tears 



HOLY COMMUNION. 



347 



When our Lord again appears, i5. How the blood which from thee 
Now from sight retired : j Is in wine on us bestowed : (flowed; 

2. He hath with a pledge of grace |° th e mystery, deep and blessed, 
His dear flock supplied, : % God ' s s P irit here expressed ! 

j 6. Thy communion's celebration 
J Bows me down to deep prostration; 
(May I never, unprepared, 
! To my condemnation share it. 

J. Frank. 



Whereby we, his witness-race, 
Show forth that he died. 

3. 'Tis his body and his blood 
Which the soul refreshes ; 

Church of Christ, this highest good 
Claims thy thanks and praises. 

4. By this sacrament we are 
To our Lord united ; 

To due watchfulness and prayer, 
And good works excited. 

5. With deep reverence we draw 
Falling down before thee ; (nigh, 

W T hile we this repast enjoy, 
We with awe adore thee. 

6. Us thy congregation own, 
Let us taste thy favour, 

And by faith recline like John 
On thy breast, dear Saviour. 



(928.) 778.* t. 23. 

COME, approach to Jesus' table, 
Taste that food incomparable, 
Which to us is freely given 
As an antepast of heaven. 

2. Jesus' bride, his congregation. 
Calls to mind her Saviour's passion; 
With his body she is nourish'd, 
With his blood refresh'd and 

cherish'd. 

3. This mysterious, heavenly bles- 

sing 
Is all thought by far surpassing ; 



Layritz. Deeply bow'd we now adore thee. 



(927.) 



777.=* 



t. 23. 



SOUL, at this most awful season, 
Soar above thy scanty reason ; (est; 



Soul and body sink before thee. 
4. Now is come our time sabbatic ; 
Lord, we feel thy power emphatic : 
Ah, draw near to us, dear Saviour, 



To the light approach, where clear- 1 Let us taste thy grace and favour. 
Duly mind what dress thou wearest. j Z. 

2. Jesus, Lord of the creation, (929.) 779.* T. 71, 
Gives thee now an invitation ; ! MY soul > prepare to meet 

His unbounded love revealing, Thy Saviour ; at his feet 
He'll take up in thee his dwelling, i Fal1 dow n adoring ; 

| The Lord of earth and skies 

3. Heavenly joy and holy trembling | a feast for thee supplies, 

I feel in me, past dissembling ; p ast t hy exploring. 

Since, by sharing this communion, j „ * • u j* i >j 

r> -ii! n j • i s. • '2. How vast is here display d, 

I m with (jod in closest union. iT . . , . . ? >j 

!In brightest form array d, 



4. Human reason is too shallow 
In this mystery thee to follow, 
How thou hast unto us given 
Thy own flesh, the bread of heaven : 



His love's dimension ! 
O grace, beyond the ken 
Of angels or of men, 

Past comprehension ! 



U9 



HOLY COMMUNION. 



$. Ah, why am I so West, 
That such a heavenly guest 

My house will enter 1 
Dare I, thou highest good, 
To taste thy flesh and Mood, 

A sinner, venture 1 

4. Upon thy call I'm here ; 
I venture to draw near, 

For thou art gracious : 
I on thy word rely, 
Thou wilt my soul supply 

With food delicious. 

5. Grant me but this firm faith, 
That with thee by thy death 

I am united : 
To cheer and make me whole, 
Thou hast my sin-sick soul 

Freely invited. 

6. Thy body slain for me, 
My food, my foretaste be 

Of heaven's fruition ; 
And by its power may I f 
While I the world deny, 

Gain there admission. 

7. Pervade, thou precious flood 
Of Christ's all-healing blood. 

My soul and senses; 
And to my needy heart 
Life, peace, and health impart ; 

Thus heaven commences. 

8. Lord, of thy wondrous love 
That brought thee from above 

Thou gav'st this token : 
O may it constantly 
Unite my heart to thee 

In bonds unbroken, 

9. May every drop of blood 
In me, O Lord my God, 

Be sanctified : 
Oft as my heart doth beat, 
May I his praise repeat, 

Who for me died. j. j. Rambaeh. 



(932.) 780.* t.211. 

JESUS, Lord of life and glory, 

Hear thy people's fervent prayer, 

Us to meet thee now prepare : 

We with awe appear before thee. 

Longing to enjoy thy favour ; 

In this consecrated place 

We approach the throne of grace : 

Lord, Lord God, 

Thee we own our only Saviour: 

Blessed, truly blessed they, 

Who to thee have found the way, 

Who of thy body and thy blood 

ev'n here partakers are, 
And in the supper of the Lamb in 

heavenly realms above shall 
(share* 



781.* 



t. 15. 



(934.) 

AH, come, thou most beloved 

guest, 
My joy and delectation, 
With whose indwelling I am blest, 
Source of all consolation. 

2. O keep thy banquet, Lord, with 
A sinner poor and needy, (me, 
Since thou invit'st me graciously, 
" Come, all things now are ready." 

3. I open heart and soul to thee, 
Lord Jesus, to receive thee ; 
For thee I long most ardently, 

O may I never leave thee. 



(935. 



782.^ 



t. 146. 



WHERE my Redeemer's blood 

And sweat the earth did cover, 
May every sinful thought 

Be now interr'd for ever ; 
Lord Jesus grant my prayer, 

That I may thine abide, 
And by thy holy flesh 

And blood be sanctified. z,- 



HOLY COMMUNION. 



iM9 



(936.) 783.* t. 4. 

O GLORIFIED Head, 
Since mortals may tread 
The holiest of all, (seat fall ; 

And deeply abas'd 'fore the mercy - 
2. Admit us, we pray, 
On this solemn day, 
To thee to draw nigh, (enjoy. 

And thy holy body and blood to 

(937.) 784. t. 14. 

WHEN we before our Saviour's 
face 

Appear with contrite hearts, 
He soothes our griefs,and pardoning 

To every one imparts. (grace 

2. When we commemorate his love, 
He saith, " For you I died : 

Behold my hafids, behold my feet, 
And view my wounded side : — 

3. " These are the wounds I bore 

for you, 
The tokens of my pain ; 
By which I for your guilty soul 
Eternal life did gain. 

4. We on his sacred body feast, 
As given a sacrifice ; 

Thirsting we drink his sacred blood, 
That precious ransom-price. 

5. Ah, then we feel, that life divine 
From Jesus' death redounds, 

Eternal blessings from his cross, 
And healing from his wounds 



785. 



T.14 



(938.) 

LORD,how divine thy comforts are; 

How heavenly is the place, 
Where Jesus spreads the sacred feast 

Of his redeeming grace. 
2.There the rich bounties of our God, 

And heavenly glories shine : 



There Jesus saith, that I am his. 
And my Beloved's mine. 

3. " Here," (saith our kind redeem- 

ing Lord, 
And shows his wounded side,) 
" Behold the spring of all your joys ? 
That open'd when I died." 

4. What shall we pay our heavenly 
For grace so vast as this 1 (King 

He brings our pardon to our eyes, 
And seals it with a kiss. Watts. 

(939.) 786. t. 14. 

TOGETHER with these symbols. 
Thy blessed self impart ; (Lord, 

And let thy holy flesh and blood 
Feed the believing heart. 

2. Let us from all our sins be wash'd 
In thy atoning blood ; 

And let thy Spirit be the seal 
That we are born of God. 

3. Come, Holy Ghost, with Jesus* 
Prepare us for this feast ; (love 

O let us banquet with our Lord, 
And lean upon his breast. 

(940.) 787.* t. 141 

CHRIST, thy flock doth hunger 

For thy flesh, our food. 
Thirsts with ardent longing 

For thy precious blood, 
Which thou hast bequeathed, 

As thy testament, 
To thy congregation 

In the sacrament. 
2. Like the king of Salem, 

Thou with wine and bread 
Com'st to meet thy people, 

Them to cheer and feed : 
O preserve the enjoyment 

Of thy blood and death 
To thy congregation, 

While we live by faith. Zaudor, 



250 



HOLY COMMUNION. 






(941.) 



788. 



t. 56.1(943.) 790.* t. 22. 



are fed, (led ; 

All the thirsty :||: to life's fountain 
He the needy doth supply 
With good things abundantly ; 
From his fulness : | : they are nour- 
ished. 
2. Since he welcomes : |j : every soul 

distress'd, 
And hath promis'd : jj : to the weary 
rest, 
At his call we now draw nigh ; 
He invites each graciously, 
Come, poor sinner, : 
share my feast. 



THE Y who hunger: || rafter Christ, I O CHURCH of Jesus, now draw 

near 
With humble joy and filial fear ; 
According to his testament 
Enjoy the holy sacrament. 

2. Here all our wants are well sup- 
plied, 

And we show forth that Jesus died : 
May we abide in him by faith, 
And cleave to him in life and death. 

3. The enjoyment of the flesh and 
blood 

Of Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God, 

come and j E ndo ws our souls with strength and 

grace, 

To love and serve him all our days. 

- z. 



(942.) 



789.* 



t. 151. 



THOSE souls are truly blessed 

Who to our Saviour cleave, 
Of living faith possessed, 

And in his name believe ; 
For what is still denied 

To sight, while here below, 
Is by our faith enjoyed, 

And makes our hearts to glow. 

2. Faith on Christ's declaration 
With confidence relies ; 

He now his congregation 

With heavenly food supplies ; 

Would we as branches flourish 
In Jesus, the true vine, 

His blood our souls must nourish, 
Else they would droop and pine. 

3. Draw near to Jesus' table, 
Ye contrite souls, draw near ; 

The hungry, sick, and feeble 
Are made most welcome here : 

Let Jesus' death engraven 
Upon your hearts remain ; 

Thus here, and there in heaven, 
Eternal life you gain. 



791.* 



t.99. 



(944.) 

ACT full of godlike majesty ! 
O Love's abyss, Fm lost in thee ! 
O mystery, all our thoughts sur- 
passing ! 
Now all our wants are well supplied, 
And we show forth that Jesus died, 
As oft as we enjoy this blessing. 

Gregor. 

(945.) 792. t. 185. 

GREAT the feast, to which thou. 

Lord, hast bidden 
Such a worthless guest as me ; 
'Tis an awful mystery, deep and 
'Tis a heavenly legacy : (hidden, 
Contrite souls, howe'er by sin in- 
fected, (jected ; 
Are made welcome, not one is re- 
Else this grace to sinful me 
Never could extended be. 
2. Thou thy table spreadest for the 
needy, 
Z. j Who may feast and take their fill ; 



HOLY COMMUNION. 



251 



Thou to grant thy heavenly gifts When thou shalt in thy kingdom 

art ready, 
And thy goodness to reveal : 
Soul and body in this rich fruition 
Gain from thee, the Bread of life, 

nutrition ; 
And we as thy flesh and bone, 
Lord, with thee are render'd one. 

T.119. 



come, 
Jesus, remember me. 

J. Montgomery. 

795.* t ?2 



T. 



(946.) 



793/* 



BREAD of life, :||: 
Christ by whom alone we live ; 
Bread that came to us from heaven, 
My poor soul can never thrive, 
Unless thou appease its craving : 
Lord, I hunger only after thee, 

Feed thou me. :||: Z. 



794. 



T. 14. 



(947.) 

O THAT in Jesus' church,his bride, 
j Sin might henceforth be mortified, 
Since she with him is render'd one, 
Flesh of his flesh, bone of his bone. 
2. O may our souls and bodies be 
Henceforth from sin's dominion free; 
! May we, long as on earth we live, 
To him, the Vine, as branches 

cleave. 
|2. O were we freed from strange 

desire, 
And from depraved nature's fire ; 
As dead to all corruption base, 
ACCORDING to thy gracious As formerly to righteousness. 

In meek humility, (word, 4 . Lord, by the power of thy death 

This will I do, my dying Lord, Renew in us a living faith ; 

I will remember thee. Whate'er is carnal, quite erase, 

2. Thy body, broken for my sake, ; And sanctify us by thy grace. 

My bread from heaven shalt be; ! 5 . q church, rejoice, though trem- 
Thy testamental cup I take, blingly (thee • 

And thus remember thee. | The Lord's' death now pervadeth 

O may his sacred body cure, 
And make our souls and bodies pure. 

z. 

(943.) 796. t. 26. 

4. When to the cross I turn mine AH> who are we> thou God of love> 
And rest on Calvary, (eyes,| That we should heai% thr0 > grace 

O Lamb of God, my sacrifice ! abounding 

I must remember thee :— The soIemn invitation sounding, 

5. Remember thee,and all thy pains, j " Prepare for the Lamb's feast 
And all thy love to me ; above." 

Yea,while a breath, apulse remains, ; 2 . Prostrate before the mercy-seat, 
Will I remember thee. | We sinners H e with holy trembling, 

6. And when these failing lips grow j TheElders' blissful choir resembling 

dumb, Who cast their crowns before thy 

And mind and memory flee, feet. 



3. Gethsemane can I forget 1 
Or there thy conflict see, 

Thine agony and bloody sweat, 
And not remember thee ? 



252 



HOLY COMMUNION. 



3. Here more than Tabor's glories 

shine ; 

Heart-captivating meditation ! 

Ev'n here thou feed'st thy congre- 
gation 

With heavenly manna, food divine. 

4. Here it is good for us to be ; 
Our souls imbibe, while here we 

tarry, 
The breezes of the sanctuary, 
The atmosphere of Calvary. 

5. Rise, and your pilgrim-path pur- 
Revived by this rich fruition ; (sue, 
Soon shall the beatific vision, 
The Lamb in glory,meet your view. 

(949.) 797.* t. 97. 

THE breath which can the dead 

bones raise, 
And to Christ's members life con- 
veys, 
Pervadeth thee, thou church of 

God; 
And Jesus' sanctifying blood 
Is now imparted to each thirsty 

soul : 
It cheers the mourners, makes the 

wounded whole. 
2. O church of God, lift up thy 

heart, 
The Vine its power doth impart : 
Take, drink the blood so freely spilt 
For thine and every sinner's guilt ; 
Take, drink the blood, the blood so 

freely spilt (ner's guilt 

For mine, for thine, and every sin- 

z 

(951.) 798. t. 582 

MY Saviour's pierced side 
Pour'd forth a double flood ; 

By water we are purified, 
And pardon' d by his blood : 



Look up, my soul, to him 

Whose death was thy desert, 

And humbly view the living stream 
Flow from his wounded heart. 
Watte. 



799. 



T. 166. 



(952.) 

YE followers of the slaughter'd 
Lamb, (God ; 

Draw near, and take the cup of 
Approach unto the healing' stream, 
And drink of the atoning blood; 
That blood for our redemption spilt, 
Assuring us of purchas'd grace ; 
That blood which takes away all 
guilt, (peace. 

And speaketh to the conscience 



800.* 



t.146. 



(953.) 

LORD Jesus, may the blood 

Thou shed'st for our salvation, 
Which is our highest good, 

Refresh this congregation, 
When in the sacrament 

We drink of it in faith, 
And by thi3 testament 

Show forth thy bitter death. z« 

(954.) 801.* t. 149. 

O WHAT happiness divine, 
What a lot most precious, 

Confidently to recline 
On the breast of Jesus, 

Where who will — takes his fill, 
And yet longs for ever 
For more grace and favour. 

2. Jesus cometh to fulfil 
All thy heart desire th, 

Doth himself to thee reveal, 
Thee with love inspireth : 

His blood spilt — all thy guilt 
Will erase for ever. 
And thy sins will cover. 

Lou sa r e Hayn. 



HOLY COMMUNION. 



255 



(955.) 802. t. 184. 

SEE from the rock the waters 
bursting (mand, 

In copious streams at God's com- 
His people to refresh, when thirst- 
ing, (land : 
With drought parch'd in a barren 
Thus plenteous flow'd on Calvary's 
mountain (wounds: 
The blood from Jesus' healing 
Here is for sin an open fountain. 
Here everlasting life abounds. 

(956.) 803. t.97. 

JESUS, thou source of life, impart 
Thy blood unto my thirsting heart; 
Panting I seek that fountain-head, 
Whence waters so divine proceed ; 
Still near this living stream may I 
abide, (fled. 

By which my needy soul is satis- 
Doddridg 

(957.) 804. T.J 24. 

MAY the stream from thee, the 

Gracious Jesus, (Rock, 

Richly bless thy thirsting flock 

And refresh us ; 
'Tis the source of power, of life, 

And salvation, 

To thy congregation. 

(958.) 805.* t. 79. 

THE precious, all-atoning blood 
Is to this hour, O Lamb of God, 
An ocean of free grace : 
All those who venture to draw nigh 
To thee, can witness bear with joy, 
They ne'er go empty from thy face. 
Anna Dober. 

(959.) 806.* t. 23. 

FLOCK of Christ, with exultation 
View the well-spring of salvation : 



Drink and live — with an emotion 
Of unfeigned heart's devotion. 
2. May to Jesus, while we're living. 
From our w 7 orks redound thanks- 
giving, 
And our lowly, meek behaviour 
Clearly show we love our Saviour. 
Louisa v. Hayn 

(960.) 807. t. 581 or 83. 

ROCK of ages, cleft for me, 
Let me hide myself in thee ; 
Let the water and the blood, 
From thy riven side which flow'd. 
Be of sin the double cure, 
Cleanse me from its guilt a»d 
power. 

2. Not the labour of my hands 
Can fulfil thy law's demands : 
Could my zeal no respite know. 
Could my tears for ever flow, 
All for sin could not atone; 
Thou must save, and thou alone. 

3. Nothing in my hand I bring, 
Simply to thy cross I cling, 
Naked, come to thee for dress, 
Helpless, look to thee for grace. 
Vile, I to the fountain fly, — 
Wash me, Saviour, or I die. 

4. While I draw this fleeting breath. 
When my eyes shall close in death. 
When I soar to worlds unknown, 
See thee on thy judgment-throne: 
Rock of ages, cleft for me. 

Let me hide myself in thee. 

(961.) 808.* t.82. 

JESUS makes my heart rejoice. 

I'm his sheep, and know his voice ; 
: He's a Shepherd kind and gracious. 
I And his pastures are delicious: 
i Constant love to me he shows, 
j Yea, my worthless nam© he knows, 



254 



HOLY COMMUNION. 



2. Trusting his mild staff always, 
I go in and out in peace ; 

He will feed me with the treasure 
Of his grace in richest measure ; 
When athirst to him I cry, 
Living water he'll supply. 

3. Should not I for gladness leap, 
Led by Jesus as his sheep ; 

For when these blest days are over 
To the arms of my dear Saviour 
I shall be convey'd to rest : 
Amen, yea, my lot is blest. 

Louisa v. Hayn. 

(962.) 809.* t. 83. 

MORE than shepherd's faithful- 
ness 
To his flock our Saviour showeth ; 
From the treasures of his grace 
He the choicest gifts bestoweth : 
As his sheep by him we're own'd, 
Since his blood for us aton'd. 
2. They who feel their want and 

need, 
Thirsting for his great salvation, 
On the richest pastures feed, 
With true joy and delectation ; 
Till they shall, when perfected, 
With celestial joys be fed. 

Gregor. 

(963.) 810, t. 582 or 595. 

MY Shepherd is the Lamb, 

The living Lord, who died ; 
With all that's truly good I am 

Most plenteously supplied : 
He richly feeds my soul 

With manna from above, 
And leads me where the rivers roll 

Of everlasting love. 
2. My table he doth spread 

With choicest fare, and I 
Behold the Lamb, the living bread, 

And eat most joyfully : 



He makes my cup run o'er. 

Anointeth me with oil ; 
I shall enjoy for evermore 

The merits of his toil. 
3. When faith and hope shall cease. 

And love prevail alone, 
I then shall see him face to face. 

And know as I am known : 
Then I my Shepherd's care 

Shall praise, and him adore, 
And in hisFather's house shall share 

True bliss for evermore. 

Beaumont. 



(965.) 



811. 



t. II. 



COULD we sinners fully tell, 
How our hearts with rapture swell* 
Gladly then we would declare 
Ev'n to angels what we share. 

2. But since words the happiness 
Which we feel can ne'er express, 
We adoring 'fore him lie, 
And what he bestows enjoy. 

3. Angels sing before his throne, 
While we at his feet sink down : 
Gracious Jesus, Man and God, 
What hast thou on us bestow'd. 

S. Meyer. 

(967.) 812.* t. 11. 

JESUS, who to save hast power, 
And who livest evermore 
For thy flock to intercede, 
Helping us in time of need ; — 

2. Thou, who a divine repast 
For the poor prepared hast, 
Giving thy own flesh and blood 
As the needy sinner's food ; — 

3. Let thy power divine, we pray. 
Be our strength and only stay, 
Till we drop this mortal vest, 
And the spirit goes to rest. % 



HOLY COMMUNION. 



255 



(968.) 813.* t.22 

LORD ! what amazing love and 

grace, 
How doth it our poor souls abase, 
To eat thy flesh and drink thy blood, 
To feed on more than angels' food. 

2. Thy sacred body thou didst give 
For us, that we thereby might live ; 
No pledge of love could be so great : 
Never may we thy love forget. 

3. Thy precious blood, for sinners 

spilt, (guilt ; 

Cleanses our hearts, removes our 
The debt is paid which we incurr'd, 
And we're to happiness restor'd. 

4. Thy Holy Spirit with us leave. 
So that we rightly may conceive, 
What thou for all believers hast 
Prepared in this bless'd repast. 

M. Luther. 

(970.) 814.- t. 185. 

PRAISE be given to Christ, our 

soul's beloved, 
By us sinners ; what are we ? 
Feeble human creatures,far removed 
From angelic purity : (bids us, 
Yet when he to his rich banquet 
Where he with his sacred body feeds 

us, 

And we drink his blood once shed, 
We are richly comforted. 

Louisa v. Hayn 



2. May we so captivated be. 

By thy redeeming love, 
As to be wean'd from earthly things 

And fix our thoughts above ; 
May all that's carnal be subdu'd. 

And mortified in us, 
That we may glory in thy name. 

And count all else but loss. 

A. Schindlei\ 



(971.) 



815.* 



t. 590. 



THOU, who art present with thy 

According to thy word, (church 
When to enjoy thy flesh and blood 

We meet with one accord ; 
grant us to show forth thy death 

Until thou shalt appear ; 
And may it in our walk be seen, 

That we thy followers are. 



(972. 



816.* t. 96 or 90. 



SINCE Jesus' body I have ate, 
And drank the blood he shed for 
me, 

may I never him forget : 

1 know he will remember me ; 
And I shall, when this life is o'er, 
Live in his presence evermore. 

Pfefferkom , 



(973.) 



817.* 



t. 83. 

thy people 



CHRIST, how 
bless'd 

With thee as their Head united; 
Tho' of thee by faith possess'd, 

Still we, by thy love excited, 
Tears of ardent longing shed, 
Till our bliss is perfected. 

(974.) 818. T.595. 

COME, O my soul, and sing 
How Jesus thee hath fed ; 

How Jesus gave himself to thee. 
The true and living Bread. 

2. For food he gives his flesh ; 
He bids us drink his blood : 

Amazing favour, matchless grace 
Of our incarnate God ! 

3. This holy bread and wine 
Confirms us in the faith, 

In love and union with our Lord, 
And we show forth his death. 

Watt*. 



S66 



HOLY COMMUNION. 



(975.) 819.* t. 14. 

NO words can ever fully tell 

What blessings Christ bestows 
On us, when we on Calvary dwell, 

And weep beneath his cross. 
1. He who unto his flesh and blood 

Can ne'er himself deny, 
Saith unto us, " Take courage good, 

Your brother, lo, am I." 

3. His loving heart we open see. 
Replete with tenderness ; 

He as his blood-bought property 
Doth even us confess. 

4. We are forgiv'n and reconeil'd, 
Our happiness renew'd, (fill'd 

Our hearts with deep abasement 
And with his blood bedew'd. 

5. From all anxiety and dread, 
Which else our souls oppress'd, 

Thanks be to him, we now are freed, 
For he hath given us rest, 

(487.) 820.* t. 22. 

THE enjoyment of Christ's flesh 
and blood, (good, 

Which is on earth our highest 
His members closely should unite, 
And them to mutual love excite. 
£Love he most strongly did enforce, 
Just ere he finished his course ; 
For love most fervently he pray'd, 
The night in which he was betray 'd. 
3. O that we all could quite fulfil 
Our Saviour's testament and will ; 
To love each other we desire; 
Come, sacred Love, our hearts in- 
spire. 



4. We join together heart and hand, 
To walk towards the promised land; 
For his appearance may with care 
Each member day and night pre* 

pare. 

5. Till we the Lord our righteous- j 

ness 
Shall see in glory face to face, 
The bond of peace may we main- 
tain, '; (main. 
And one with him, our Lord, re* 
L. v. Hayn. 

(076,) 821.* t. 26. 

THOU Lamb once siain> thy flesh 

and blood, 
Which thou didst sacrifice for us 
Upon the altar of the Cross, 
Are to our souls celestial food. 
This makes us all with one accord 
To love each other fervently ; 
Yea, to be wholly one with thee, 
And all that love thee, gracious 

Lord. Grejror 



VX9, * 



T. Z 



29 



(077.) 

HAPPY, thrice happy hour of 

grace ! 
I've seen by faith my Saviour's 

face ; 
He did himself to me impart, 
And made a covenant with my 

heart. 
2. Ah, might in my behaviour shine 
The power of Jesus' love divine, 
His conflict and his victory, 
His seeking and his finding me. 

Sft. 



257 



XXXVIII. 



HYMNS FOR DIFFERENT AGES AND 
STATIONS IN LIFE. 



A. 
(979.) 823. t.22. 

THOUGH but a little child I am, 
Yet I may praise the slaughter'd 

Lamb: 
He loveth children tenderly, 
He also loveth sinful me. 
*2. Yes, gracious Saviour, I believe 
Thou wilt a little child receive ; 
For thou didst bless them formerly. 
A nd say, u Let children come to me." 

3. Lord Jesus, unto me impart 
An humble, meek, and docile heart; 
O cleanse me in thy precious blood, 
Shed in my heart thy love abroad. 

4. Save me from liking what is ill, 
Teach me to do thy holy will ; 
Each day prepare me thro' thy 

grace, 
To meet thee, and behold thy face. 
J. (Xmaick 

(980.) 824, t. 14. 

THOUGH Christ was God and all 
things made, 

Himself he humbled thus; 
That he, a servant in our stead, 

Might minister to us. 
3. Our Saviour was a lovely child. 

His parents' chief delight, 
In his behaviour meek and mild, 

And always acted right. 

3, A blessed pattern Christ our Lord 
Himself to children gave, 

That they to him might joy afford, 
And never misbehave. 

4. A child true happiness may find, 
And humbly ought to pray : 

19 



u Lord Jesus, make my heart in- 
To love and to obey. (clinM 

5. ''I'm often stubborn, vain, and 
wild, 
Self-will'd and hard in heart ; 
O Lord, to me thy chaste, thy mild. 
Thy holy mind impart.'* 

J. SwertTK-r. 

(981.) 825. t. 14. 

WHAT a wretched heart have I. 
How full of sin and shame, 

How obstinate continually, 
How day by day to blame ! 

2. Lord, look on me 'midst all mv 

faults ; 
And when thou seest my guilt, 
My wicked words and foolish 
thoughts, 
Think why thy blood was spilt, 

3. In that most precious river cleanse 
And wash my sins away, 

My selfishness, and each offence 
Which I have done to-day. 

4. When thou, dear Jesus, wast a 

child, 
Thou hadst no sin like me ; 
No wicked words thy lips defil'd. 
No faults appeared in thee. 

5. Thou wast more spotless than a 

dove, 
More harmless than a lamb, 
Obedient, humble, full of love, 
And never once to blame, 

6. But I am proud, and headstrong 
Oft sadly misbehave \ (too, 

1 am not meek like thee, and lev. • 

Me, Lord, in mercy save, 



258 



CHILDREN* 



7. O might I but resemble thee, 

That every one might know 
f love the Saviour, and will be 

His follower here below. 
3. Imprint thine image on my heart, 

Bestow thy Holy Ghost, 
And an obedient mind impart ; 

Then I shall not be lost. 

J, Cennick. 

(982.) 826. t. 14. 

LORD, forgive a sinful child, 
Whose heart is all unclean ; 

How bad am I, and how defil'd, 
How prone to every sin, 

%. O change my vile and stubborn 
heart, 
lake thee O make me pure ; 

To me thy love divine impart, 
Keep me from sin secure. 

3. Self-will, that cruel enemy, 
No more I would obey ; 

Thy Spirit shall my teacher be, 
And guide me in thy way. 

4. O may I never speak a word 
But what I truly mean, 

Nor lie to thee, most gracious Lord, 
By whom each thought is seen. 

5. I'll make thy wondrous, dying 
Dear Lord, my daily song ; (love, 

And joys, like theirs who sing above, 
Shall tune my infant tongue. 

827, t. 14. 

NOW that my journey's just 
My course so little trod, (begun, 

I'll stay, before I further run, 
And give myself to God. 

2, And, lest I should be ever led 
Through sinful paths astray, 

1 would begin at once to tread 

In wisdom's pleasant way, 



3. What sorrows may my step* 
I cannot now foretell ; (attend, 

But if the Lord will be my friend, 
I know that all is well. 

4. And, Lord, whatever grief or ill 
For me may be in store, 

Make me submissive to thy will ? 
And I would ask no more. 

5. Attend me through my youthful 
Whatever be my lot; (way, 

And when I'm feeble, old, and 

O Lord, forsake me not. (grey r 

Jane Taylor. 

828. t. 14. 

YOUNG children once to Jesus 
His blessing to entreat : (came, 

And I may humbly do the same 
Before his mercy-seat. 

2. For when their feeble hands were 

spread, 
And bent each infant knee. 
" Forbid them not," the Saviour 
And so he says to me. (said, 

3. Though now he is not here below 
But on his heavenly hill. 

To him may little children go, 
And seek a blessing still. 

4. Well-pleas'd those little ones to 
The dear Redeemer smil'd ; (see^ 

Oh, then, he will not frown on me. 
A poor unworthy child. 

5. If babes so many years ago 
His tender pity drew. 

He will not surely let me go 
Without a blessing too. 

6. Then,while his favour to implore. 
My little hands are spread. 

Do thou thy sacred blessing pour,. 
Dear Jesus, on my head. 

Jane Taylor. 



CHILDREN. 



259 



829. T. 14. [And safely now I rest my head, 

THERE is a path that leads to ;Preserv'd and guarded by thine eye. 

All others go astray ; (God — i 3 - Look down in pity, and forgive 
Narrow, but pleasant is the rbadj Whatever I've said or done amiss ; 

And Christians love the way. And help me every day I live, 

2. It leads straight thro' this world! T ° f erve thee better than on this ' 

of sin, |4. Now while I speak, be pleased to 

And dangers must be pass'd ; * a ^ e 

But those who boldly walk therein,! A helpless child beneath thy care ; 
Will get to heaven at last. I And condescend, for Jesus' sake, 

3. How shall an infant-pilgrim dare T ° listen t0 m y evening prayer. 
t>u- 3 /, . j Q Mrs. Gilbert. 
1 his dangerous path to tread 5 

For on the way is many a snare col. T. 22. 

For youthful travellers spread:— ! JE8US, that condescending King, 

4. While the broad road, where Is pleas'd to hear when children 



thousands go, 

Lies near, and opens fair ; 
And many turn aside, I know, 

To walk with sinners there. 
5, But lest my feeble steps should 



sing; 
And while our feeble voices rise. 
Will not the humble prayer despise. 
2. Then keep us, Lord, from every 

sin 



Or wander from the way, (slide, j Which we can see and feel within ; 
Lord, condescend to be my guide, I And what we neither feel nor see 

And I shall never stray. ! Forgive, for all is known to thee. 

6. Then, I may go without alarm, j 3. We own there's nothing good in 

And trust his word of old; — us, 

N The lambs he'll gather with his j To tempt thee to befriend us thus : 

And lead them to the fold." (arm, ! W r e cannot think a single thought, 

7,Thus I may safely venture through j Nor ev en thank thee, as we ought. 

Beneath my Shepherd's care ; 14. Yet. Lord, we humbly venture 

And keep the gate of heaven in view, j nigh. 

Till I shall enter there. | Because thou earnest down to die : 

Jane Taylor. I And this is all the plea we make, 
QOA .... j"0 save us for thy mercy's sake." 

o6\J. T. -J. ; Jane Taylor. 

LORD, I have passed another day, I (983. ) 832. T. 11. 

And come to thank thee for thy care: ! LAMB of God, I look to thee, 
Forgive my faults in work and play, j Thou shalt my example be ; 
And listen to my evening prayer, j When thou wast a little child, 

2. Thy favour gives me daily bread, | Thou wast S entle ' meek > and mild - 
And friends who all my wants j 2. Due obedience thou didst show J 
supply ; O make me obedient too : 



260 



CHILDREN. 



Thou wast merciful and kind ; 
Urant me, Lord, thy loving mind. 

3. Let me above all fulfil 

God my heavenly Father's will, 
Never his good Spirit grieve, 
Only to his glory live. 

4. Loving Jesus, holy Lamb, 
In thy hands secure I am ; 
Fix thy temple in my heart, 
Never from thy child depart. 

5. Teach me to show forth thy praise 
Love and serve thee all my days ; 

might all around me see 
Christ,, the holy child, in me. 

984.) 833.* t. 14. 

1 AM a little child, you see. 

My strength is little too, 
But yet I fain would saved be ; 

Lord, teach me what to do. 
Z. Thou, gracious Saviour, for ray 

Wast pleas'd a child to be, (good 
And thou didst shed thy precious 

Upon the cross for me. (blood 
3. Come then, and take this heart 

Come take me as I am, (of mine, 
I know that I by right am thine, 

Thou loving, gracious Lamb. 
1. Low at thy feet O may I how, 

Be thine, my Saviour, still : 
In nothing bad myself allow, 

Nor ever show self-will. 

5. Preserve my little heart secure 
From every hurt and stain ; 

First make it.and then keep it pure, 
And shut to all that's vain. 

6. If early thou wilt take me hence, 
O that no harm will be ; 

.Since endless bliss will then com- 
mence, 
When I shall live with thee. 



7. If thou wilt have me longer stay- 
in years and stature grow ; 

Help me to serve thee night and day. 
While I am here below. 

8. Then, after walking in thy ways* 
And serving thee in love. 

Receive me to thyself in peace, 
To sing thy praise above. z, 

(985.) 834. t. 11. 

OUT of love and boundless grace. 
Thou hast brought us to a place, 
! Jesus, where we oft may hear 
i Of the sufferings thou didst bear, 
1 2. Be our Shepherd every day. 
| That we little lambs ne'er stray ; 
| Whensoe'er we hear thy voice, 
To obey may we rejoice. 
3. Thanks to thee for all the care 
That's bestow'd upon us here ; 
May we evermore to thee 
| For thy goodness grateful be. 



Schtieht - 

t. 22, 



1(986.) 835. 

jTHOU Guardian of thy lambs, be- 
I Us little ones of thy dear fold ; (hold 

Take us into thy special care, 

Secure our souls from every snare. 

2. Let nothing in our minds have 
place, 

But what is sanctified by grace ; 
IThy love sink deep into each heart, 
i And may nought else have any part. 
1 3. Set on our breasts thy Spirits seal, 
) Within our hearts thyself reveal, 
| And our poor souls securely keep 
! Among thy flock, thy chosen sheep, 
J; West 

1(987.) 836. t. 14. 

ILOVER of little children, thee, 
| O Jesus, we adore ; 



CHILDREN. 



261 



Our kind and loving Saviour be, 
Both now and evermore. 

2. O take us up into thy arms, 
Then we are truly blest : 

Thy new-born babes are sate from 
harms, 
While leaning on thy breast. 

3. Still as w 7 e grow in years.in grace 
And wisdom let us grow ; 

That daily more we thee may praise, 
More of thy mercy know. 

4. Strong let us in thy grace abide, 
But ignorant of ill; 

In malice, subtlety, and pride. 
We would be children still. 



(988.) 837. t. 14. 

JESUS the Lord our Shepherd is, 
And did our souls redeem ; 

Our present and eternal bliss 
Are both secured in him. 

2. His mercy every sinner claims ; 
For all his flock he cares ; 

The sheep he gently leads,the lambs 
He in his bosom bears. 

3. If unto us our friends are good, 
'Twas he their hearts inclin'd; 

He bids our fathers give us food, j 
And makes our mothers kind. 

4. Then let us thank him for his' 
He w 7 ill not disapprove (grace ; 

Our meanest sacrifice of praise 
For his unbounded love. 

5. When children honour Jesus! 

thus, 
And their thanksgiving raise, 
Out of the mouths of babes like us, 
His wisdom perfects praise. 

6. To thee, almighty God, to thee 
Ourselves we now resign ; 

'Twill please us to look back and 
We were in childhood thine, (see 



7. Let the sweet work of prayer 
and praise 

Employ our infant-breath ; 
Thus we're prepar'd for length of 

Or fit for early death. (days. 

(989.) 838.* t.22. 

JESUS, the children's dearest 

friend, 
Who dost to all our wants attend, 
Thou wast a child, and knowest 

well 
How we, thy helpless children, feel 

2. Grant unto us continually 
The blessings of thy infancy ; 
Let us, thro' each succeeding year, 
The merits of thy childhood share. 

3. Thee, gracious Lord, we now 
implore 

To manifest thyself still more, 
And thus to teach us by degrees 
To live a life of happiness. 
4. May we thy mind still better know . 
Daily in grace and knowledge grow, 
And learn all that whereby we may 
Adorn thy doctrine every way. 

5. O may we ever feel thee near, 
And be employ'd in praise & prayer, 
May we in thy bless'd fellowship 
Wake, do »ur daily work.and sleep. 

6. Thus will our infant tongues re- 
cord 

Thy birth & passion, gracious Lord, 

That thou, who diedst in our stead, 

Art God, by whom all things were 

made. z. 

(990.) 839.* t. 22 

EMBRACE us in thy tender way, 
Dear Lord, and bless us all, we pray, 
As thou on earth didst formerly. 
When children once were brought 
to thee, 



262 



CHILDREN. 



2. We are baptiz'd into thy death, 
And call'd to praise thee with each 

breath ; 
Thou bought'st us with thy blood 

divine : 

take and keep us ever thine. 
3.Thy youth unspotted,ful! of grace. 
Teach us all virtue and all praise ; 
Thou art our pattern, grant that we 
In all things may resemble thee. 

4. From year to year, while we in- 

crease 
In stature, may we grow in grace ; 
In learning and obedience too 
May we thy blessed path pursue. 

5. By day and night our steps direct, 
And soul and body, Lord, protect 
From every thing that grieveth thee, 
Or unto us might hurtful be. 

6. Impart to us that needful good, 
A heart besprinkled with thy blood, 
Wholly devoted unto thee, 

For thy soul's bitter agony. 

7. That grace upon us all bestow, 
Thee more & more by faith to know; 
We then the glories of thy name 
In grateful accents shall proclaim. 

(992.) 840. t.22. 

1 LOVE the Lord who died for me, 
I love his grace divine and free ; 

I love the scriptures, there I read, 
Christ loved me, and for me bled. 

2. I love his tears & sufferings great 
I love his precious bloody sweat, 

I love his blood ; were that not spilt, 
I could not have been freed from 
guilt. 

3. I love to hear that he was slain 
I love his every grief and pain, 

I love to meditate by faith 
Upon his meritorious death. 



4. I love Mount Calvary, where his 
love 

Stronger than death itself did prove; 
I love to walk his dolorous way, 
I love the grave where Jesus lay. 

5. I love his people and their ways, 
I love with them to pray and praise; 
I love the Father and the Son, 

I love the Spirit he sent down. 

6. I love to think the time will come, 
When I shall be with him at home. 
And praise him in eternity : 
Then shall my love completed be. 

J. Ceimick. 



(993.) 



841. 



22. 



I WILL a little pilgrim be, 
Resolv'd alone to follow thee, 
Thou Lamb of God, who now art 

gone 
Up to thy everlasting throne. 

2. I will my heart to thee resign, 
Thine only be, O be thou mine : 
The world I leave and foolish play 
To happiness to find the way. > 

3. My lips shall be employ *d to bless 
The Lord who is my righteousness; 
My pleasure, only to pursue 

His steps, and his blest will to do. 

4. So long I'll pray below to live. 
Till I my pardon seal'd receive ; 

I then, when Jesus calls, shall die. 
Or rather live eternally. 

J. Ceimick. 

(994.) 842. t. 14. 

JESUS, to thee our souls we raise,. 

And for a blessing look ; 
May we, assisted by thy grace, 

With pleasure learn our book. 
2. Give us an humble, active mind, 

From sloth and folly free ; 



CHILDREN. 



urn 



Give us a cheerful heart, inclin'd 
To useful industry. 

3. A faithful memory bestow, 
With solid learning's store ; 

And still, O Lord, as more we 
know, 
Let us obey thee more. 

4. Let us things excellent discern, 
Hold fast what we approve ; 

But more than all delight to learn 
The lessons of thy love. 

(995.) 843. t. 14. 

STILL may we keep the aim in 
mind, 

For which we hither came, 
In search of useful learning join'd, 

As followers of the Lamb. 

2. Daily to Jesus we'll look up, 
As soon as we awake, 

And for his constant blessing hope 
In all we undertake. 

3. His meritorious industry, 
His toil, and labour great, 

Shall our support and pattern be ; 
Him we will imitate. 

4. If he his grace on us confer, 
We then shall learn apace, 

Live to his glory, and declare 
Our heavenly Father's praise. 

(996.) 844. t. 14. 

O JESUS, Lord of heaven and 

earth, 
How sweet thy mercies are ; 
How rich to those of lowly birth, 

The children of thy care. 
2. Thou art our Shepherd, glorious 
God; 
Thy little flock behold, 
And guide us by the staff and rod, 
The children of thy fold. 



3. We praise thy name, that we 

were brought 
To this delightful place, 
Where we are wisdom's lessons 

taught, 
The children of thy grace. 

4. O may our friends, thy servants 
Meet all our souls above ; (here. 

And they and we in heaven appear. 
The children of thy love. 

(998,) 845. t. 159. 

HOW heart-affecting Christ to see. 
Some days before he bled, 

Go to Jerusalem willingly 
To surfer in our stead : 

When he approach'd, the multi- 
tude (strew'd. 

Their garments spread and branches 
Crying Hosanna to his praise. 
With joy and thankfulness, 

2. 'Twas then the children join'd 
the rest, 
And hail'd him with a song ; 

With one accord his name con- 
Amidst the joyful throng: (fess'd 

With them may we unite our lays. 

And, tho' in feeble accents, raise 
Our Hallelujahs to the Lamb, 
Who died us to redeem. 

J. Cennick. 



846. 



t. 14. 



WHEN Jesus into Salem rode, 

The children sang around ; 
For joy they pluck'd the palms, 
and strew'd 

Their garments on the ground. 
2. Hosanna, our glad voices raise, 

Hosanna to our King : 
Should we forget our Saviour's 
praise, (sing- 

The stones themselves won! 



^o4 



CHILDREN. 



3. For we have learn'd to love his 
name ; 
That name divinely sweet, 
May every pulse through life pro- 
claim, 
And our last breath repeat. 

J. Montgomery. 

847. t.II. 

GLORY to the Father give, 
God in whom we move and live : 
Children's prayers he deigns to 

hear, 
Children's songs delight his ear. 

2. Glory to the Son we bring, 
Christ our Prophet, Priest, and 

King ; 
Children, raise your sweetest strain 
To the Lamb, for he was slain. 

3. Glory to the Holy Ghost ; 
Be this day a Pentecost : 
Children's minds may he inspire, 
Touch their tongues with holy fire. 

4. Glory in the highest be 
To the blessed Trinity,, 
For the Gospel from above, 
For the word, that " God is love." 

X Montgomery. 

(1000.) 848. t.39. 

LORD Jesus, we bless thee that 

thou wast a child, (reconcil'd : 
And hast us thereby unto God 
We thank thee for suffering and 

dying in pain, (again. 

For thy being buried and rising 
2* We thank thee, that thou wilt 

the children permit 
To offer their praises and songs at 

thy feet; (petitions to hear, 
That thou, Lord, dost deign their 
And always to help them and save 

them art near. 



3. Thou wilt be our Saviour, Re- 
deemer, and Friend, 

Grant we may abide in thy love to 
the end : 

O render us truly obedient to thee r 

That we thy dear children for ever 
may be. j. Ccnnick, 

(1001.) 849. t.39. 

WHEREIN is for children true 

bliss to be found 1 — 
When by Jesus Christ as his sheep 

they are own'd ; 
In him they find pasture while 

here they remain, (obtain. 
And joys everlasting in heaven 

2. We sing and we hear, how our 

Maker came down 
To earth, and for us left his heaven- 
ly throne, (poor child. 
Assuming our nature, became a 
And us by his sufferings to God 
reconcil'd. 

3. O mystery of godliness, wonder 

of grace I (and praise : 

May we without ceasing adore him 
May all of us know what a Saviour 

we have, (him believe. 

Yea, love him sincerely, and in 

4. We now with the angels unite 

to declare (did bear ; 

The praises of him who our sorrows 
With hearts and with voices exalt- 
ing the Lamb, (to redeem 
W ho died on the cross o ur poor souls 
J. Cennick. 



(997.) 



850. 



x. 590 



O THOU, before whose Father's 
face 

The children's angels stand, 
Grant me, a helpless child, the 

That thy angelic band (grace, 



CHILDREN. 



US 



May watch my ways, and guard 
my bed. 
And minister to me, 
Till I in death shall bow my head, 
And go to live with thee. 

J. Cennick. 



(1003.) 851. 



t. 14. 



HAPPY the children who betimes 
Have learn'd to know the Lord, 

Who thro' his grace escape the 
Forbidden in his word, (crimes 

2. Who early, by a living faith, 
Have deep foundation laid 

In Jesus' meritorious death ; 
Such need not be afraid. 

3. Should they be early hence re- 

mov'd, 
He will their souls receive ; 
For they who Jesus here have lov'd 
With him shall ever live. 

J. Cennick. 



|5. O that I may so favour'd be, 

With them above to join : 
O that, like them, I Christ may see, 

And he be ever mine. 
16. Grant me but this, thou great 
i High-priest ; 

And when I'm here no more, 
I Convey me home to endless rest, 

Where thou art gone before. 

J. Cennfrk, 



(1005.) 853. 



t.587. 



(1004.) 



852. 



T.14. 



HAPPY the children who are gone 
To Jesus Christ in peace, 

W r ho stand around his glorious 
throne, 
Clad in his righteousness. 

2. The Saviour, whom they lov'd 

when here, 
Hath wip'd their tears away ; 
They never more can grieve, or 
Or sin, or go astray. (fear, 

3. In ceaseless happiness they view 
Our Saviour's smiling face ; 

That face once marr'd, in which be- 
Men saw no comeliness. (low 

4. Methinks I hear them joyful sing, 
(Ten thousands do the same,) 

"Salvation to the immortal King, 
To God and to the Lamb." 



THE child sweetly rests, 
Whom nothing molests, 
Received in mercy among the 
Lamb's guests. 

2. He ne'er shall weep more, 
His sighing is o'er, 

His travels and dangers ; he's now 
safe on shore. 

3. His body is dead, 
The grave is his bed, 

But soon he shall wake, and with 
joy lift his head. 

4. The spirit is flown 

In peace to God's throne, 
To praise God our Saviour, and 
know as he's known. 

5. He sings now^above, 
Made perfect in love, 

And never, O never, he thence 
shall remove. 

6. He rests now in peace, 
Beholds the Lord's face, 

Thrice happy, so early to finish his 
race. 

7. For that blessed day 
We earnestly pray ; 

Lord Jesus, come quickly, and 
make no delay. 

J, Cennick, 



366 



YOUTH. 



(1006.) 854. t. 586. 

MOST holy Lord, mankind's Cre- 
ator, 
Who, to redeem us by thy death, 
Assumedst feeble human nature, 
We call on thee in humble faith : 
O hear our fervent supplication, 
Let all our children thy salvation, 
Thy tender love and care, 
In largest measure share ; 
For thine they are. j. Swertner 



(1007. ) 



B. 

855.* 



t. 164. 



BELOVED youths, if 'tisyouraim 
To be like Christ your Saviour, 

And to extol his saving name 
In word and in behaviour ; 

With an obedient mind 

Be to his will resigned, 

He by his blood will wash you clean, 

And free you from the power of sin. 

2. O may it be our heart's delight, 
Amidst his flock with pleasure 

To obey him, walk as in his sight, 
And serve him in our measure: 
For every thing that's good 
And just, flows from his blood ; 
An humble, chaste, and holy heart, 
He, and he only can impart. 

3. The meek, obedient, simple 

mind, 
Faithful in every station, 
To wisdom's peaceful path inclin'd, 

And cheerful resignation, 
The blessed fruit will prove 
Of that unfeigned love 
To Christ, which is produc'd by 

faith 
In him and his atoning death. 

Gregor. 



(1013.) 856. t. 590. 

HOW shall a young man cleanse 
his way ? 

By following close his word 
Who once on earth a young man 

Jesus, our God and Lord : (was. 
His word is spirit and is power ; 

True life doth flow from him ; 
Our food his sacred flesh, our drink 

His blood, that healing stream. 

2. We now no longer need remain 
Fast bound in chains of sin : 

Whoe'er believes, is free indeed, 
And by his word made clean : 

Since Jesus on the accursed cross 
The power of sin did quell, 

When sin assails, to him we look, 
And thus the foe repel. 

3. Ye chosen people of the Lord, 
In whom his power we trace, 

If in obedience to his word (grace ; 

You're render'd clean through 
His dying love be yet impress'd 

More clearly on each heart, 
And whether you're atworkorrest 

To love him be your part. 

4. Ye purchas'd souls.Christ's happy 
Be to his will resign'd, (flock, 

And gladly offer up to him 
Your body, soul, and mind : 

Oh, if the bleeding Lamb of God, 
Who died us to redeem, (stand 1 

But call, who can his call with- 
Who would not follow him ? 

Wm. Home. 



857. 



t. 14. 



(1021.) 

OUR Lord and Saviour doth 
attend 

In mercy to our prayer, 
And will us graciously defend 

From sin and every snare* 



YOUTH. 



267 



2. For, all who wait upon the Lord, 
And seek for peace and rest 

In him, according to his word, 
Shall be consol'd and blest. 

3. The mighty from their seats the 

Lord 
Puts down, the hungry fills, 
And to the weak doth strength 
afford ; 
He quickens and he kills. 
1. Thus Mary could with cheerful 
voire 
To all around declare, 
" In God my Saviour I rejoice ; 
For he hath heard my prayer." 

5. We're poor and needy ; ne'er- 
His Spirit teacheth us (theless 

To look with all our sinfulness 
In faith to Jesus' cross. 

6. When simply we obey his voice, 
And to our Lord appeal. 

In God our Saviour we rejoice, 
Since pardoning grace we feel. 

7. Jesus, in thee may we abide, 
Grant us thy heavenly peace ; 

Preserve us from self-will and 
pride, 
The bane of happiness. 

8. Meekness and true humility 
Unto us all impart ; 

Yea, by thy merits sanctify 
And render pure each heart. 

J. Swertner. 

(1081.) 858. t.79. 

THE Bridegroom of our souls we 

praise, 
To him our grateful songs we raise. 
That, freed from this world's thrall, 
His purpose is, that sanctified 
Throughout, we may in him abide, 
And yield with joy to him our all. 



2. Would we for those things only 

care, 
Which are the Lord's, O let us bear 
In mind the promise giv'n : (they 
" Blest are the pure in heart, for 
Shall live with me in endless day, 
A nd shall behold my face in heav'n." 

3. The purity our God requires, 
Prompts us to shun all vain desires, 
And every subtle wile, 

By which the world the soul en- 
snares, 
Or which the tempter's art prepares, 
The weak and careless to beguile. 

4. May happy Mary's better part 
Be the fix'd choice of every heart, 
At Jesus' feet to dwell ; 

To ponder there upon his love, 
And in that meditation prove 
Joy, heavenly, great, unspeakable. 

5. Let us stand ready, let each light, 
Trimm'd carefully, burn clear and 

bright, 
Each lamp be well supplied : 
May we by faith so walk below, 
That all the friends of Christ may 

know 
We live to Him who for us died. 



859. 



t. 159. 



LIKE Mary at her Saviour's feet, 
We hear his word with joy, 

Nor would we change our bumble 
For Martha's hard employ ; (seat. 

Now too, like Mary, when she shed 

The precious ointment on his head. 

Sweet fall our tears from grateful 
eyes, 

While prayers like incense rise. 

2. Still may we hear that healing 
voice 
Speak to our inmost heart ; 



258 



PARENTS. 



The one thing needful be our choice 

Be ours that better part ; 
Then of our works of faith and love, 
Be this memorial writ above, 
While others boast their fancied 
good, 
' She hath done what she could." 
J. Montgomery. 

(1032.) 860. t. 56. 

WE, O Jesus, :|| : claim thy special 

care, 
Lord, preserve us :||: from each 

hurtful snare ; 
May our hearts and senses be 

Fix'd, in true simplicity, (bear. 
On the sufferings : |j : thou for us dids t 

2. Us deliver :|| : from the world and 

sin, 

Let thy Spirit : |j : rule alone within ; 
Every vain desire control, 
And in spirit, body, soul, 

Sanctify us : || : by thy grace divine. 

3. In temptation :||: may we firmly 

stand, (mand : 

Ever watchful, : || : as thou dost corn- 
Without thee we nought can do; 
Strengthen and support us too 
In all trials :|| : by thy mighty hand. 

4. Fix thy temple, :||: Saviour, in 

each breast ; 

Undisturbed :|j : be our peace & rest; 
Let us on thy merits feed, 
In the path of grace proceed, 

Be, in union : 1| : with thee, ever blest 



(1033.) 



861. 



t. 585. 



JOIN to render thanks and praises 
To your faithful covenant-God, 

For the undeserved mercies 
Freely upon you bestow'd : 

Salem's daughters, :||: 
In your happy lot rejoice. 



2. He the Mighty, he the Holy, 
From their seats puts down the 

proud, 
While he lifts on high the lowly, 
Fills the hungry soul with good ; 

He regardeth :H: 
His handmaiden's low estate. 

3. He his mercy doth remember, 
This all they who fear him prove : 

Are we not of that bless'd number 
Who are objects of his love ? 

Hallelujah, :||: 
He for us great things hath done. 



862. 



t. 14. 



SINCE Jesus freely did appear 
To grace a marriage-feast, 

Lord ! we ask thy presence here: 
Be thou our glorious guest. 

2. Upon the bridal pair look down, 
Who now have plighted hands; 

Their union with thy favour crown, 
And bless their nuptial bands. 

3. In purest love their souls unite, 
That they with Christian care, 

May make domestic burdens light, 
By taking mutual share, 

4. On every soul assembled here, 
O make thy face to shine : 

Thy goodness most our hearts can 

l( thou but own us thine, (cheer, 

Berridge. 

(1037.) 863. t. 159. 

TO thee our vows with sweet 
accord, 

Head of thy church, we pay : 
We and our house will serve thee, 

Thy word we will obey : (Lord, 



PARENTS. 



*; f, |> 



Grant us and all our children 
grace, (praise. 

In word and deed thy name to 
Yea, in each family, thy will 
And purpose to fulfil. 

(1043.) 864. t. 22. 

O LORD, who number'st all our 

days, 
Who guardest us in all our ways, 
In whom we live, and move, and 

are, (est prayer; — 

Who know'st our wants, and hear- 

2. Endow all parents with thy love, 
And give them wisdom from above 
To educate each child for thee. 
As thy redeemed property. 

3. Grant us and all our children 

grace, 
So here on earth to run our race, 
That we in heaven may meet, and 

sing 
Eternal praise to thee, our King. 
J. Swertner 

(1044.) 865. t. 581 or 83. 
PARENTS, weigh before the Lord 

The importance of your state ; 
Learn from his most holy Word 

Your whole walk to regulate, 
That each to his family 
May a blessed pattern be. 

2. All our children are his own, i 
He hath bought them with his | 

blood, 
Unto him their souls are known, J 

Full of sin and void of good : 
Yet he saith most graciously, 

" Suffer them to come to me." j 

3. 'Tis by ) t ou they should be led' 
In the narrow way to bliss ; 

Grace is not inherited 
As a worldly fortune is; 



'Tis free mercy, we must own, 

And the gift of God alone. 

4. In this vain and wretched workl 

Children are expos'd and tried \ 
Many are to ruin hurl'd, 

Few in Jesus Christ, abide ; 
And no human prudence can 
Save the soul of fallen man. 
|5. Here's a task, may parents think* 

Far beyond the reach of art ; 
But let not your courage sink, 

Grace and wisdom he'll impart. 
Your sincere endeavours bless. 
Hear your prayers, and grant suc- 
cess. 

6. Hear, O Lord, a parent's prayer. 
Let my tears prevail 'fore thee : 

How should I in heaven appear, 

If my child were not with me 1 
Therefore thou my steps direct. 
Lest my duty I neglect. 

7. In thy grace my children keep. 
That when once, on that great 

day, 
Thou shalt come to seek thy sheep. 

I may gladly to thee say, 
" Here am I, thro' mercy free. 
And each child thou gavest me." 4 
C. J. La Tkobi. 

866. t. 79. 

I AND my house will serve the 

Lord : 
But first obedient to his word 

I must myself appear : (show. 
By actions, words, and temper 
That I my heavenly Master know. 
And serve him with a heart sincere 
2. I must the fair example set : 
From those that on my plea**n-e 
wait 

The stumbling-block remove : 
Their duty by my life expiain. 



270 



THE AGED. 



And still in all my words maintain 
The gentle dignity of love. 

3. Easy to be entreated, mild, 
Quickly appeas'd and reconcil'd, 

A follower of my God ; 
A saint indeed I long to be. 
And lead my faithful family 
Onward in the celestial road. 

4. Lord, if thou didst the wish infuse, 
A vessel fitted for thy use 

Into thy hands receive : 
Work in me both to will and do, 
And show them, how believers true, 
How humbly real Christians live. 
C. Wesley, tad.) 

(1045.) 867. t. 166. 

OUR children, gracious Lord and 

God, (mend ; 

With fervour we to thee com- 

Thou hast redeem'd them by thy 

blood ; 
Thy blessing on them all descend : 
Kind Shepherd, take each little 

lamb 
Into thy faithful arms of love ; 
Cause them to know thy saving 

name, 
And thy redeeming grace to prove. 
*2. On us, their parents, grace be- 
stow, (ness, 
That we, with care and faithful- 
May lead them thee, our Lord, to 

know. 
To obey thy word, and seek thy face: 
Teach us the duties of our state, 
To love each other heartily, 
Our children so to educate (thee. 
That they may love and follow 
J, Swertner. 

(1046.) 868. « t. 83. 
IN this world, so full of snares, 
Take our children in thy keeping ; 



Hear the parents' sighs and prayers, 
When for them before thee weep- 
Mercy for our children we, (ing ; 
Gracious Lord, implore of thee. 

B. LaTrobe. 

(1047.) 869. t. 586. 

O MAKE each family a temple, 
A consecrated house to thee ; 
May we by word and by example 
To all around us patterns be : (ing 
To every husband grant that bless- 
To lift up holy hands unceasing ; 
And to the wives give grace. 
Array 'd in lowliness. 
Thy name to praise. 



D. 

(1051., 870. t. 167. 

WHO for Israel's consolation 
Here like Simeon humbly wait, 
Shall behold the Lord's salvation ; 
Then their joy will be complete : 
May we follow his example, 
Trusting in God's promises, 
Wait for Jesus, in his temple. 
Daily offer prayer and praise. 

B. La Trobe. 

(1055.) 871. t. 185. 

WE with joy confess, beloved Sa- 
viour, 

Thee, the widow's special Friend : 

We are objects of thy love and 
favour, 

Thou on us thy life didst spend : 

Thou with more than husband's 
love dost lead us, 

Thy all-bounteous hand doth daily 
feed us, 

All our wants thou dost supply ; 

Thus our cruse is never dry. 



NEW YEAR. 



271 



~*l. Thou hast promis'd for our con- 
solation. 

That we shall not come behind 

In the gifts, which to thy congre- 
gation 

Thou dispensest, of each kind : 

May we, to thy service dedicated. 

And to thee, like Anna, conse- 
crated, 

For thy hlest appearing wait ; 

Then to heaven our souls translate. 
Charle.-TYorth. 

(1060.) 872. t. 168. 

* MIDST the trials we experience, 
May we not give way to fears. 



But possess our souls in patience, 
Passing thro' this vale of tears : 
Wean'd thereby from things terres- 
trial, 
Let us look for joys celestial, 
Waiting for that time, when we 
From all sorrow shall be free. 

2, Meanwhile God the Holy Spirit 
Is our pledge of joys to come. 
Of the bliss we shall inherit 
When above with Christ at home : 
Oh, this blessed meditation 
Yields us solid consolation, 
That- we shall, when time is o'er, 
W 7 ith the Lord be evermore. 



XXXIX, HYMNS FOR VARIOUS OCCASIONS 



A. The New Year. 



(I06t) 



T. 10. 



YEAR after year commences, 
And, as our life advances, 
We, strength from Christ deriving. 
Each year by faith are thriving. 

2. As in tempestuous weather 
A kind and tender mother 
Her babe from harm protecteth. 
And safely home conducteth : — 

3. So shelters Christ our Saviour 
His children by his favour. 

And proves in each temptation 
Their refuge and salvation. 

4. Lord, grant thy benediction 
To every thought and action ; 
On youth and age declining, 
Thou Sun of grace, be shining. 

5. O keep our souls and senses 
Under the influences 



Of thy most Holy Spirit, 
Until we heaven inherit. 
6. O God of our salvation, 
Withhold no kind donation 
From us, but let us savour 
In this new year thy favour, 

P. Gerhawi. 

1(1062. ; 874, t. 585. 

; WHILE successive years are wast- 
ing, 

Still our God abides the same ; 
I All his words are everlasting, 

All his works his love proclaim : 
Men and angels, :||: 

Sing thrice holy to his name. 
1 2. Out of love he man created, 

And ordain'd him God's delight ; 
I Nor was this his love abated, 
■ When man lost God's image bright; 
[ Then compassion :|: 
! Brought redemption's plan to light . 



272 



NEW YEAR. 



3. Here is love divine portrayed, 
So that man the lines may trace ; 
See, O man, God's love displayed 
In thy Saviour's marred face : 

Wouldst thou praise him, :||: 
Be thy theme redeeming grace. 

4. Bear in mind how Jesus suffer'd, 
He, the righteous, for the unjust ; 
How his sinless soul he offer'd 
Unto God for sinful dust ; 

Love thus triumph'd, :{j: 
Mighty now to save the lost. 

5. Lo, the incarnate God ascended, 
Pleads the merits of his blood ; 
Now all enmity is ended, 

Man is reconcil'd to God ; 

All the ruin :|j: 
Of his fall is now made good. 

6. We shall see our Lord returning, 
Then the sav'd their heads shall 

raise ; (mourning 

He will change their grief and 
Into notes of endless praise : J 

As Jehovah :}j: 
Every tongue will him confess. 

7. Sing with glad anticipation, 
Mortals and immortals, sing, 
Jesus comes with full salvation, 
Jesus doth his glory bring ; 

Hallelujah, :||: 
Lord of lords, of kings the King. 



875. 



t. 90. 



LEADER of faithful souls, and 
Of all that travel to the sky, (Guide; 
Come, and with us, ev'n us abide.! 
Who would on thee alone rely ; | 
On thee alone our spirits stay, 
While held in life's uneven way. j 
2. Strangers and pilgrims here; 
bcjow, (place ; i 

This darth we know is not our' 



But hasten through this vale of 

woe, — 
And, restless to behold thy face. 
Swift to our heavenly country move. 
Our everlasting home above. 
3. We've no abiding city here, 
But seek a city out of sight ; 
Thither our steady course we steer, 
Aspiring to the plains of light ; — 
Jerusalem, the saints' abode, 
Whose founder is the living God. 

4.Patient the appointed race to run, 
This weary world we cast behind ; 
From strength to strength we travel 
The new Jerusalem to find : (on, 
Our labour this, our only aim. 
To find the new Jerusalem. 

5. Through thee, who all our sins 

hast borne, 
Freely and graciously forgiv'n. 
With songs to Zion we return, 
Contending for our native heaven ; 
That palace of our glorious King; 
We find it nearer while we sing. 

6. Rais'd by the breath of love 

divine, (renew'd ; 

We urge our way, with strength 
The church of the first-born to join, 
We travel to the mount of God ; 
With joy upon our heads arise, 
And meet our Captain in the skies, 
C. Wesley. 

(1063.) 876. t. 14. 

AGAIN another fleeting year 

Of my short life is past ; 
I cannot long continue here, 

And this may be my last. 
2. Much of my dubious life is gone. 

Nor will return again : 
And swift my passing moments run , 

The few that yet remain. 



NEW YEAR. 



273 



3. Now a new scene ol time begins; Who reigns* in light enthron'd on 



Press on, my soul, to heaven ; 
Seek pardon of thy former sins, 

By Christ it will be giv'n. 
4. Devoutly yield thyself to God, 

And on his grace depend ; 
Unwearied walk the heavenly road, 

Nor doubt a happy end. 

La Trobe. 

(1064.) 877.* t. 167. 

FAITHFUL souls their Saviour's 
blessing 

Crave on each succeeding day, 
Asking, "Are weonw T ard pressing? 

What may Jesus have to say 1 
Are the ways of sin unpleasant 1 

Do we hold our Saviour fast ] 
Are we more like him at present, 

Than we were in seasons past V 
H. Great defects are still revealed ; 

Short we fall of his blest aim ; 
Then the conscious soul is filled 

With a deep, but wholesome 
shame; 
Earnest to improve the morrow, 

We our yesterday review, 
While the tear of godly sorrow 

Saddens, but enlivens too. 
3. Jesus, for thy faithful leading, 



high, 

Ancient of never-ending days ; 
Who lengthens out our trial here, 
And spares us yet another year. 

2. Barren and withered, worthless 

trees, 
Alas! we cumber'd long the ground; 
No pleasant fruit of holiness 
On our dead souls was ever found \ 
Yet mercy stay'd our doom severe : 
'■Oh, spare them yet another year." 

3. Jesus, thy interceding blood 
From God for us obtain'd the grace, 
Who mercifully hath bestow'd 
On us a longer time and space : 
Thou didst in our behalf appear, 
And, lo, we see another year. " W 

4. Then dig, we pray, about our 

root, 
1 Lord, break up our fallow-ground, 
And henceforth let our gracious 
fruit (abound ; 

To thy great name's sole praise 
O let us all thy praise declare, 
And fruit unto perfection bear* 

C. Wesley, (ad.) 

(1065.) 879. t. 166. 

LORD Jesus, 'midst thy flock 



Which throughout our course appear, 



| Thy ransom'd congregation bless ; 
1 We meet to close another year, 
Accept the thanks our hearts ex- 
! We are not able to record (press : 
The boundless favours we have 
prov'd ; (Lord, 

I They show that we, most gracious 
J. Schmidt. I 'Midst our defects by thee are lov'd. 

8X& t. 90-! (1066.) 880. t. 97. 

THE almighty Lord of earth and WHO can rehearse, most gracious 

sky, Lord, 

The God of ages let us praise ; The mercy which thou dost afford 
20 



we trace, 
We adore thee, still proceeding 

Onward in the path of grace : 
While another year we enter, 

We renew our vows of love, 
All for thee resolv'd to venture ; 

Our benign conductor prove. 



«4?4 



NEW YEAR, 



Unto thy people every year ? 
We, thy poor congregation, here 
Desire to thank and praise thee 
evermore, (adore. 

And humbly in the dust thy name 

2. For we, unworthy as we are, 
Enjoy'dthy faithful shepherd-care; 
Thou always comfort didst impart 
To every needy contrite heart; 
Thou didst to us thy dying love 

display, (day. 

And wast our help and refuge every 

3. The hearing of thy precious 

word, 
Thy gracious presence, holy Lord, 
Have cheer'd our hearts abundantly, 
When met in fellowship 'fore thee: 
But oh, what blessings were on us 

bestow'd, 
When we enjoy'd thy body and thy 

blood. 

4. Lord Jesus, we would fain ex- 

press 
To thee our cordial thankfulness, 
For all thy boundless love and 

grace ; 
But how imperfect are our lays : 
O take our hearts, to thee ourselves 

we give, (live. 

In future more unto thy praise to 

J. Swertner. 



881. 



r. 184. 



(1067.) 

ACCEPT, O God of our salvation, 
The sacrifice of praise and prayer ; 
Upon thy gracious invitation 
Unto thy altars we repair : 
Thou bidst us come ; all things are 

ready. 
The treasure of thy boundless 

grace 
Is open to the poor and needy, 
They ne'er go empty from thy face. 



2. Thee we approach,most gracious 

Saviour, (tears ; 

We pray thee, mark our sighs and 
Accept our thanks for all thy favour 
Bestow'd on us these many years : 
We conscious are of our trans- 
gression, 
Ah, cleanse us with thy precious 

blood. 
Seal with thy pardon our confession; 
Thine are we,and thou art our God. 

3. Thou God of mercy ,thy salvation 
Has been throughout this year our 

stay ; 
Thy care of us, thy congregation, 
Was manifested every day : 
Yea, even trials and affliction 
Prov'd thee our gracious God and 

Lord ; 
In all we felt thy benediction .* 
We praise thee now with one accord. 

4. O gracious Lord, thy name be 

blessed 
By us, for all thy proofs of grace, 
For all the gifts by us possessed ; 
Thou crownest all our years and 

days ; 
Tho' we with deep humiliation 
Own, that we basely thee requite ; 
Yet will we joy in thy salvation, 
Thou art our Lord, and Help, and 

Light. J. Swertner 



1068.) 



882 



t. 596. 



LET hearts and tongues unite, 

And loud thanksgivings raise ; 
'Tis duty mingled with delight. 

The Saviour's name to praise. 
2. To him we owe our breath, 

He took us from the womb, 
Which else had shut us up in dee th, 

And prov'd an early tomb. 



THE SEASONS. 



275 



3. When on the hrcast we hung, 
Our help was in the Lord ; 

'Twas he first taught our infant- 
tongue 
To form the lisping word. 

4. When in our blood we lay, 
He would not let us die : 

Because his love had fix'd a day 
To bring salvation nigh. 

ft. In childhood and in youth 
His eye was on us still ; 

Tho' strangers to his love and truth. 
And prone to cross his will. 

6. And since his name we knew, 
How gracious hnth he been ! 

What dangers hath he led us thro', 
What mercies have we seen ! 

7. Now, thro' another year 
Supported by his care. 

We raise our Ebenezer here. 
The Lord hath help'd thus far, 

8. Our lot in future years 
We cannot, Lord, foresee, 

But kindly to prevent our fears, 
Thou sayst, Leave all to me. 

9. Yea, Lord, we wish to cast 
Our cares upon thy breast ; 

Help us to praise thee for the past, 
And trust thee for the rest. 

J. Newton. 



B. The Season*. 

883. t. 14. 

FOUNTAIN of mercy ,God of love! 

How rich thy bounties are ! 
The changing seasons, as they 
move, 

Proclaim thy constant care. 
2. When in the bosom of the earth 

The sower hid the grain, 



Thy goodness mark'd its secret 
And sent the early rain, (birth, 

3. The spring's sweet influence. 

Lord, was thine, 
The plants in beauty grew : 
Thou gav'st refulgent suns to 
And soft, refreshing dew. (shine, 

4. These varied mercies from above 
Matur'd the swelling grain ; 

A kindly harvest crowns thy love. 
And plenty fills the plain. 

5. We own and bless thy gracious 

sway, 
Thy hand, all nature hails ; 
Seed-time nor harvest, night nor 
Summer nor winter, fails, (day, 
Needham . 

884. t. 14. 

O THOU, who givest all their food, 

Causing thy sun to shine 
Upon the evil and the good, 
Earth's teeming stores are thine. 

2. Thy covenant to man secures 
The harvest of his toil ; (dures, 

Thy faithful word, while earth en- 
With plenty clothes the soil. 

3. The wintry frost, the flowery 
Alike thy laws obey ; (prime, 

Each herb and blossom knows its 
time, 
And feels the quickening ray, 

4. Revolving seasons still proclaim 
Thy all-sustaining word: (name, 

Seed-time and harvest speak thy 
The promise-keeping Lord. 

Conder. 

885. t.22. 
GRE AT God, as seasons disappear, 
And changes mark the rolling year, 
Thy favour still has crown 'd our 

days. 
And we would celebrate thy prai^^ 



276 



MORNING AND EVENING. 



2. The harvest-song would we re- 

peat, 
Thou givest us the finest wheat : 
The joy of harvest we have known; 
The praise,0 Lord,isall thine own. 

3. Our table spread, our garners 

stor'd, (Lord ! 

O give us hearts to bless thee, 
Forbid it, Source of light and love, 
That hearts and lives should barren 

prove. 

4. Another harvest comes apace ; 
Ripen our spirits by thy grace, 
That we may calmly meet the blow 
The sickle gives to lay us low. 

h. That so, when angel-reapers 
come (home, 

To gather sheaves to thy blest 
Our spirits may be borne on high 
To thy safe garner in the sky. 

Congregational H. B. 



C MORNING AND EVENING. 

(1069.) 88ft. t. 22. 

A WAKE!, my soul, and with the 
Thy daily stage of duty run ; (sun 
Shake off dull sloth, and early rise 
To pay thy morning sacrifice. 

2. Thy former mispent time redeem , 
Each present day thy. last esteem ; 
Thy talents to improve take care, 
For the great day thyself prepare. 

3. In conversation be sincere, 
Keep conscience as the noon-day 

clear ; 
For God's all-seeing eye surveys 
Thy secret thoughts,thy works and 

ways. 

4. Glory to God, who safe hath 

kept, (slept : 

And hath refresh'd me while I 



Grant, Lord, when I from death 

shall wake, 
I may of heavenly bliss partake. 

5. Lord, I my vows to thee renew, 
Disperse my sins as morning dew. 
Guard my first springs of thought 

and will, 
And with thyself my spirit fill. 

6. Direct, control, suggest this day 
All I design, or do, or say ; (might. 
That all my powers, with all their 
In thy sole glory may unite. 

7. Praise God, from whom all bless- 

ings flow ; (below ; 

Praise him, all creatures here 
Praise him above, ye heavenly host; 
Praise Father, Son. and Holy 

Ghost. Bishop Kemi. 



887. 



T.14. 



WHAT secret hand, at morning- 
light, 
By stealth, unseals mine eye, 
Draws back the curtain of the 
night, 
And opens earth and sky ! 

2. 'Tis thine, my God, — the same 

that kept 
My resting hours from harm ; 
No ill came nigh me, for I slept 
Beneath the Almighty's arm. 

3. 'Tis thine, — my daily bread that 

brings, 
Like manna scatter' d round, 
And clothes me, as the lily springs 
In beauty from the ground. 

4. This is the hand that shap'd my 

frame, 
And gave my pulse to beat ; 
That bare me oft through flood and 

flame, 
Through tempest, cold.and heat. 



MORNING AND EVENING. 



277 



5. In death's dark valley though I 1 

stray. 
'Twould there my steps attend,! 
Guide with the staff my lonely way,! 
And with the rod defend. 

6. May that dear hand uphold mei 

still. 
Thro' life's uncertain race, 
To bring me to thine holy hill, 
And to thy dwelling-place. 

J. Montgomery. 



Yet, gracious Lord, we wish to gain 
In Mary's happy lot a share. 

J Swertner. 



(1072.) 890.* 



t. 79. 



(1070.) 888* t. 10. 

MY soul, awake, and render 
To God, thy great defender, 
Thy prayer and adoration 
For his kind preservation. 

2. With joy I still discover 
Thy light. O Lord my Saviour ; 
My thanks shall be the spices 
Of morning sacrifices. 

3. Bless me this day, Lord Jesus,! 
And be to me propitious ; 

Grant me thy kind protection 
From every sin's infection. 

4. Bless every thought and action;. 
Afford me thy direction ; 

To thee alone be tending 
Beginning, middle, ending. 

5. Be thou my only treasure. 
Fulfil in me thy pleasure ; 
May I in every station 

Give thee due adoration. 

P. Gerhard. 



MAY Jesus' grace and blessing 
Attend me without ceasing ; 
Thus I stretch out my hand, 
And do that work with pleasure, 
Which, in my call and measure, 
My God for me to do ordain'd. 

Mathesiu3. 



(1071.) 889. 



t.26. 



(1078.) 891. t. 22. 

BE with me, Lord, where'er I go, 
Teach me what thou would'st have 

me do ; 
Suggest whate'er I think this day, 
Direct me in the narrow way. 

2. Prevent me lest I harbour pride, 
Lest I in my own strength confide; 
Show me my weakness, let me see 
I have my power, my all, from thee. 

3. Enrich me always with thy love. 
My kind protector ever prove : 
Lord, put thy seal upon my breast. 
And let thy Spirit on me rest. 

4. Assist and teach me how to pray, 
Incline my nature to obey ; 
What thou abhorrest, let me flee, 
And only love what pleaseth thee. 

J. Cenniek. 



(1074.) 



892. 



t. 582. 



TEACH me, my God and King, 
In all things thee to view ; 
THAT favour grant to us, O Lord, I And what I do in anything, 
That we maintain our part in tkee, I For thee alone to do : — 
Unto thy voice attentive be, 2 . To scorn the senses' sway, 



And seek instruction in thy word. 

Tho' often of encumbering care, 

With busy Martha, we complain ; 



While still to thee I tend : 
In all I do be thou the way, 
In all be thou the end. 



278 



MORNING AND EVENING. 



3. All may of thee partake ; 

Nothing so small can be, 
Butdraws,when acted for thy sake,; 

Greatness and worth from thee. | 
4* If done to obey thy laws, 

Ev'n servile labours shine ; 
Hallow'd is toil ; if this the cause, 

The meanest work divine. 

Herbert. 

(1075.) -893.* t. 89. 

GOD, omnipotent Creator, (might. 
Who rnadcst all things by thy 

Rulest everything in nature, 

And commandest day and night, 

Who the universe so wide 

By thy power alone dost guide : — 

2. Let my life and conversation 
Be directed by thy word ; 

Lord, thy constant preservation 

To thy erring child afford : 
No where but alone in thee 
From all harm can I be free. 

3. Lord, my body, soul, and spirit, 
Keep in thine almighty hand ; 

Strengthen 'd by thy powerful merit, 

Let me follow thy command ; 
Thou, my glory and renown, 
I would fain be all thine own. 

H. Albert. 



3. New mercies, each returning 

day, 
Hover around us while we pray ; 
New perils past, new sins forgiv'n, 
New thoughts of God, new h«pes 

of heaven. 

4. If on our daily course our mind 
Be set to hallow all we rind, 
New treasures still of countless 

price, 
God will provide for sacrifice. 



(1076.) 895. 



894. 



t. 22. 



OH ! timely happy, timely wise, 
Hearts that with rising morn arise ! 
Eyes that the beam celestial view, 
Which evermore makes all things 
new. 

2. New every morning is the love 
Our wakening and uprising prove ; 
Through sleep and darkness safely 

brought, 
Restor'd to life, and power, and 

thought. 



Kebie. 
T. 79. 

GOD, my gracious God, to thee 
My morning-prayer shall ofFer'dbe, 

For thee my soul doth pant : 
To me the enjoyment of thy love 
Than life itself doth dearer prove ; 
Renewed strength from thee I want. 
2. Thou, Lord, art present to my 
mind, (find, 

When I lie down sweet sleep to 

And when I wake at night : 
Since thou to me dost succour bring, 
Beneath the shadow of thy wing 

1 rest with safety and delight. 

(1077.) 896. x. 14. 

MY God, the spring of all my joys, 
The life of my delights ; 

The glory of my brightest days. 
And comfort of my nights ; — 

2. In darkest shades, if thou appear. 
My dawning is begun : 

Thou art my soul's bright morning- 
And thou my rising sun. (jstar, 

3. The opening heavens around me 

shine 
With beams of sacred bliss, 
When Jesus shows his mercies mine. 
And whispers I am his. Watts. 



MORNING AND EVENING. 



27$ 



(1078.) 897.* t. 22. 

LORD Jesus, may I constantly, 
Both day and night be near to thee, 
Both when I close at night my eyes. 
And in the morn from sleep arise. 
2. Lord Jesus Christ, my life and 

light, 
I wish to love thee day and night ; 
Preserve my steps and guide my 

ways, 
And let me live unto thy praise. 



Joh. de Watteville. 



898.* 



t. 14. 



(1079.) 

LORD, in the morning when I rise, 
Accept my humble praise ; 

And when at night I close mineeyes, 
Grant me thy pardoning grace. 

2. Lord Jesus Christ, Who is like 

thee 1 
Thou art, both day and night, 
The source of my felicity. 
And only true delight. 

3. Thanks, dearest Jesus, for thy 
And great fidelity ; (love 

O may I truly thankful prove 
To all eternity. j. Swertner. 



1080.) 899. t. 106 or 90. 



O JESUS may our whole behaviour 
Rejoice thy heart and please thine 

eyes ; (viour, 

In thy communion, gracious Sa- 

May we retire to rest and rise : 

Be present with us constantly, 

Then shall we sleep and wake to 

thee. 

900. t. 16. 

SAYIOUR, breathe an evening- 
blessing 
Ere repose our spirits seal ; 



Sin and want we come confessing, 
Thou canst save, and thou canst 
heal. 

2. Though destruction walk around 
Though the arrows past us fly, (us> 
Angel-guards from thee surround 
We are safe, if thou art nigh, (us ; 

3. Though the night be dark and 

dreary, 
Darkness cannot hide from thee ; 
Thou, our Shepherd, never weary, 
Watchest where thy people be. 

Edmeston. 

901. t. 89. 

THROUGH the day thy love hath 
spar'd us, 

Now we lay us down to rest ; 
Through the silent watches guard 

Let no foe our peace molest; (us, 
Jesus, thou our guardian be, 
Sweet it is to trust in thee. 
2. Pilgrims here on earth, and 
strangers, 

Dwelling in the midst of foes, 
Us and ours preserve from dangers; 

In thy peace may we repose : 
And when life's brief day is past. 
Rest with thee in heaven at last 



902. 



t. 22. 



SUN of my soul! thouSaviourdear> 
It is not night if thou be near : 
Oh may no earth-born cloud arise 
To hide thee from thy servant's eyes. 

2. Abide with me from morn till eve. 
For without thee I cannot live : 
Abide with me when night is nigh, 
For without thee I dare not die. 

3. Watch by the sick ; enrich the 

poor (store : 

With blessings from thy boundless 



2M 



MORNING AND EVENING. 



Be every mourner's sleep to-night, 
Like infants' slumbers, pure and 

light. 
4. Come near and bless us when 

we wake, (take ; 

Ere through the world our way we 

Till in the ocean of thy love 

We lose ourselves in heaven above. 

Keble. 



903.* 



t. 22. 



(1083,.) 

ANOTHER day is at an end, 
And night doth now its shade ex- 
tend ; (raise, 
To thee, O Lord, our hearts we 
And thee for every mercy praise. 

2. Yet we are of defects aware ; 
Forgive them, Lord ; thy children 

spare : 
Our souls be precious in thy sight, 
Take us into thy care this night, 

3. Now I'll lie down and safely 

sleep, 
Lord Jesus, in thy fellowship ; 
Thus, under thy protection blest, 
Will soul and body sweetly rest. 
M. Dillherr. 

(1084.) 904. t.14. 

THE hour of sleep is now at hand, 
My spirit calls for rest ; 

that my pillow may be found 
The dear Redeemer's breast. 

%. This night my longing soul with 
Christ 
Would take up her abode, 

1 gladly would myself divest 

Of everything but God. 
3. The nightly watches would I 

In fellowship above ; (spend 
Would hold communion with my 
Lord, 

And feast upon his love, 



4. Dead to the world when I'm 
I'd be alive to God ; (asleep, 

My soul would rest at peace with 
him 
Who bought me with his blood. 

5. O may I then of Christ this night 
Be happily possess'd, 

With holy angels round my bed, 
And Jesus for my guest. 

(1085.) 905. t.22. 

THE hours' decline and setting sun 
Show that my course this day is 

run ; 
The evening-shade and silent night 
My weary limbs to rest invite. 

2. I now my soul and frail abode 
Humbly commit to Israel's God, 
To him who slumbers not nor sleeps 
And who his own in safety keeps. 

3. Where'er I thee this day did 

grieve, 
O Lord, me graciously forgive ; 
And with a mind from trouble freed 
Let me sleep in thy peace indeed. 



906. 



i.z 



%% 



(1086.) 

ALL praise to thee, my God, this 

night, 
For all the blessings of the light ; 
Keep me,0 keep me, King of kings, 
Beneath thy own almighty wings * 

2. Forgive me, Lord, for thy dear 

Son, 
The ill that I this day have done, 
That with the world, myself, and 

thee, 
I, ere I sleep, at peace may be. 

3. Teach me to live,that I may dread 
The grave as little as my bed ; 
Teach me to die, that so I may 
Rise glorious at the judgment-day. 



MORNING AND EVENING. 



281 



4. O may my soul on thee repose. 
And may sweet sleep my eye-lids 

close, 
Bleep, that may me more vigorous 

make 
To serve my God when I awake. 

5. When in the night I sleepless lie, 
My soul with heavenly thoughts 

supply ; 
Let no ill dreams disturb my rest, 
No powers of darkness me molest. 
Bishop Kenii. 

(1087.) 907. t. 14. 

IN mercy, Lord, remember me, 
Be with me thro' this night, 

And grant to me most graciously 
The safeguard of thy might. 

2. With cheerful heart I close my 

eyes ; 
Thou wilt not from me move : 
Lord, in the morning let me rise, 
Rejoicing in thy love. 

3. Oh, if this night should prove my 

last, 
And end my transient days ; 
Lord, take me to thy promis'd rest, 
Where I may sing thy praise. 

J. F. Herzog. 

(1088.) 908.* t. 165. 
AUTHOR of the whole creation 
Light of light, eternal Word, 
Soul and body's preservation 
J commit to thee, O Lord : 
My Redeemer, dwell in me, 
Let me sleep and wak^ with thee, 
And perceive thy benediction 
Both in joy and in affliction. 
2. Ere I close my eyes in slumber, 
While to rest I lay me down, 
Let my grateful heart remember 
All the mercies thou hast shown : 



Fill my soul with sacred love, 
Let me dream of things abov« ; 
And bestow r on me the favour 
Of thy presence, gracious Saviour. 
3. Pardon, Jesus, each transgress- 
Whether open or unknown, (ion, 
Thus removing that oppression 
Under which I else should groan : 
I confess the guilt of sin, 
But thy blood can make me clean : 
Hear, O Lord, my supplication, 
Grant me joy and consolation. 

J. Ris*. 

•(1089.) 909.* t, 164. 

IN peace will I Me down to sleep ; 

O faithful Lord and Saviour, 
Me under thy protection keep ; 

Let me enjoy thy favour : 
Ev'n death I need not fear, 
If thou to me art near ; 
For who with Jesus shuts his eyes, 
He also shall with Jesus rise. 
2. As oft this night as my pulse 
beats, 

My spirit would embrace thee ; 
Oft as my heart its throbs repeats, 

May I adore and praise thee : 
Thus I can go to rest 
In thy communion blest, 
United unto thee by faith ; 
Thou art my joy in life and death, 
Seriver. 

(1091.) 910. t. 14, 

REFRESH me, Lord, with grace 
Unto thy cross I flee, (divine, 

And to thy care my soul resign, 
To be renew'd by thee. 

1 2. Besprinkled with thy precious 
May I lie down to rest, (blood, 

J As in the embraces of my God, 

I Or on my Saviour's breast. 

Watt*, 



582 



BEFORE AND AFTER MEALS. 



(1093.) 911. t.79. 

NO farther go to-night, but stay, 
Dear Saviour, till the break of day ; 

Turn in, my Lord, with me : 
And in the morning when I wake, 
Me under thy protection take ; 
Thus day and night I spend with 
thee. J. Cennick. 

(1094.) 912.* t.79. 

TO rest I now again retire, 
Jesus, thy presence I desire, 
Of thee I wish to dream ; 
Still near to thee by faith to keep, 
And taste thy goodness while I 
sleep, (deem. 

Who didst my soul with blood re- 
J. F. Reich el. 

(3095.) 913.* t.68. 

JESUS, hear our prayer, 

For thy children care ; 
While we sleop,protect and bless us, 
With thy pardon now refresh us : 

Leave thy peace divine 

With us, we are thine. z. 



T.16. 



Cradle Hymk. 
(1096.) 914. 

HUSH, dear child, lie still and 
slumber ; 

Holy angels guard thy bed, 
Heavenly blessings without number 

Gently falling on thy head. 
2. Sleep, my babe; thy food and 
raiment, (provide 

House and home, thy friends 
All without thy care and payment ; 

All thy wants are well supplied. 
3.How much better thou'rt attended 

Than the Son of God could be, 



When from heaven he descended, 
And became a child like thee. 

4. Soft and easy is thy cradle, 
Coarse and hard thy Saviour lay, 

When his birth-place was a stable, 
And his softest bed was hay. 

5. Was there nothing but a manger 
Wretched sinners could afford. 

To receive the heavenly Stranger ? 
Did they thus affront their Lord? 

6. See the joyful shepherds round 

him, 
Telling wonders from the sky ; 
Where they sought him, there they 

found him, 
With his virgin-mother by. 

7. 'Twas to save thee, child, from 

dying, 
That thy blest Redeemer came ; 
He by groans and bitter crying 
Saved thee from burning flame. 

8. Mayst thou live to know and fear 

him, 

Trust and love him all thy days ; 

Then go dwell for ever near him, 

See his face, and sing his praise. 

Watts. 



D. Before and After Meals. 

(1098.) 915. t. 14. 

THEE we address in humble 
prayer, 

Vouchsafe thy gifts to crown, 
Father of all, thy children hear, 

And send a blessing down. 
2. May we enjoy thy saving grace* 

Thy goodness taste and see, 
Athirst for blood-bought righteous- 

And hungry after thee, (ness, 
Wesley. 



TRAVELLERS. 



28S 



(1102.) 916. T. 11. 

JESUS' mercies never fail, 
This we prove at every meal : 
Lord, we thank thee for thy grace, 
Gladly join to sing thy praise. 

2. Lord, the gifts thou dost bestow. 
Can refresh and cheer us too ; 
But no gift can to the heart 

Be, what thou our Saviour art. 

3. Praise our God ! it is but just; 
He hath rais'd us from the dust, 
Gave us being, gave us breath, 
Saves us from eternal death. 

J. Angel us. 

(1103.) 917. t.79. 

WHAT praise to thee, my Saviour, 
Is due for every favour, 

Ev'n for my daily food : 
Each crumb thou dost allow me, 
With gratitude shall bow me, 

Accounting all for me too good. 

(1104.) 918. t. 22. 

BE present at oifr table, Lord ; 
Be here and every where adorM : 
From thy all-bounteous hand our 

food 
May we receive with gratitude. 
2. We humbly thank thee, Lord our 

God, 
For all thy gifts on us bestow'd ; 
And pray thee, graciously to grant 
The food which day by day we want. 



E. For Travellers. 

(1106.) 919. t. 79. 

A STRANGER and a pilgrim, I 
With thy command, O Lord,com- 
I go where thou dost send : (ply, 
My high commission I obey, 



The toil and dangers of the way 
Shall all in lasting comforts end. 

2. Attend me, Lord, in all my ways; 

Open my lips to sing thy praise, 
For blessings freely giv'n : 

In all my journeys here below 

Let thy kind presence with me go; 
And grant me once to rest in 
heaven. 

(1107.) 920. t. 79. 

THE Lord be with me every where, 
And screen me with paternal care 

By his almighty arm : 
No traveller needs to faint or fear, 
If he believe the Lord is near, 
Who can protect him from all 
harm. 
2. By sea and land, by night A day, 
O Lord, in safety me convey, 

Tho' winds and. thunders roar: 

Bring me, when every peril's past r 

Safe to the destin'd place at last, 

There to extol thy help and power. 

921. t. 14. 

FATHER of mercies, condescend 

To hear our fervent prayer, 
While this our brother we corn- 
To thy paternal care. (mend 

2. Before him set an open door : 
His various efforts bless ; 

On him thy Holy Spirit pour, 
And crown him with success. 

3. Endow him with a heavenly 
Supply his every need ; (mind; 

Make him in spirit meek, resign'd. 
But bold in word and deed. 

4. In every tempting, trying hour, 
Uphold him by thy grace : 

And guard him by th; mighty 
power, 
Till he shall end his race. 



$si 



THE SICK. 



o. Then follow 'd by a numerous 
train, 
Gathered from heathen lands, 
A crown of life may he obtain 
From his Redeemer's hands. 

Morrell. 



922. 



t. 22. 



THIS ship we now commend to 

thee. 
Thou God of providence and grace; 
Here may thy presence ever dwell, 
To sanctify and bless the place. 
2. Lord, speed the vessel in its 

course : 
Let winds and waves propitious be; 
Let thy divine protection shield 
All whom we now commend to thee. 
8. Hallow'd to thee be every heart : 
Instructed in thy righteous will, 
Where'er they go,whate'er they do, 
In all, thy great design fulfil. 
4. O God of Bethel! hear our 

prayer, 
And keep thy servants to the end; 
Then let us meet around thy throne, 
A blest eternity to spend. 



4. Nor joy nor grief, nor time nor 

place, 
Nor life nor death can part 
Those who, enjoying Jesus' grace. 
In him are one in heart. 

5. Soon will he wipe off every tear, 
On Canaan's blissful shore. 

Where all who friends in Jesus are, 
Shall meet to part no more. 

Countess Huntingdon's H. 



(1113.) 923. 



t. 14. 



BLEST be that sacred covenant- 
Uniting tho' we part ; (love, 

Our bodies may far off remove, 
We still are one in heart. 

2. Join'd in one spirit to our Head, 
Where he appoints we go, 

And while we in his footsteps tread, 
Show forth his praise below. 

3. Omay we ever walk with him, 
And nothing know beside, 

Nought else desire, nought else 
esteem, 
But Jesus crucified. 



F. For t-ue sick. 

(1114.) 924. t. T66. 

WHEN pining sickness wastes the 

frame, 
Acute disease or weakening pain ; 
When life fast spends its feeble 

flame, (vain ; 

And all the help of man proves 
Joyless and flat all things appear, 
Languid the spirits, weak the flesh, 
No medicines ease, nor cordials 

cheer, (fresh ; — 

Food can't support, nor sleep re- 

2. Then, then to have recourse to 

God, 
To pray to him in time of need, 
And feel the balm of Jesus' blood ; 
This is to find a friend indeed : 
And this, O Christian, is thy lot, 
Who cleave st to the Lord by faith; 
He'll never leave thee, doubt it not, 
In pain, in sickness, or in death. 

3. When flesh decays, when vigour 

fails, 
He will thy strength and portion be; 
Support thy weakness,bear thy ails, 
And softly whisper, Trust in me : 
Himself will be thy helping friend, 
Thy good physician, nay,thy nurse, 
To make thy bed will condescend, 
And from affliction take the curse. 
J. Hart. 



HOLY ANGELS. 



285 



(1115.) 925. t.22. 

THO' I'm in body full of pain, 
My soul doth heavenly comfort gain; 
And death itself I need not dread, 
Since Jesus suiier'd in my stead. 
2. Yet one thing will I ask of thee: 
Never, O Lord, forsake thou me ; 
But bless me often, keep my mind 
Stay'd on thy help,to thee resign 'd: 
3. Then I shall be supremely bless'd , 
Nor ask, tho' sick, to be releas'd; 
I'll wait thy time, thy love I feel, 
I know thou rulest all things well. 
J. Cennick. 



t. 22. 



(1116.) 926. 

MY body's weak, my heart un- 
clean, 

I pine with sickness and with sin ; 

My strength decays, my spirits 
droop, (up. 

Bow'd down with guilt I can't look 

2. To thee, O Lord, in faith I turn, 
Who all my sicknesses hast borne ; 
Sin thou hadst none, and yet didst 
For guilty sinners, such as I. (die 

3. Sin's rankling sores my soul 

corrode, (blood ; 

Oh, heal them with thy precious 

And if thou wilt my health restore 

Lord, let me ne'er offend thee more. 

J. Hart. 

(1117.) 927. t. 22. 

OH, how I long to go and see (me ! 
The Lamb of God, who died for 
How do I languish night and day 
To hear him bid me come away ! 
2. He loves and values me, I him ; 
Therefore I all things dross esteem 
But my dear Jesus, whom I prize 
Above my life, or earth, or skies. 



3. With pining sickness I decay. 
Diseases wear my flesh away ; 
But I shall soon his leave obtain 
To be releas'd from all my pain. 

4. Quickly, O Lord, thy angels 
charge 

To set my longing soul at large ; 
Quickly thy blessed hosts command 
To carry me to thy right hand. 

5. My loving friends, farewell, fare- 

well, 
I go with Jesus Christ to dwell ; 
He calls me to my heavenly home- 
And says, " Come in, thou blessed. 

come." j. Cennirfe. 



G. Concerning the Holy 
Angels. 

(1118.) 928.* t. 22. 

TO God let all the human race 
Bring adoration, thanks,and praise; 
He makes his love and wisdom 

known 
By angels who surround his throne. 

2. The angels whom his breath in- 

spires, 
His ministers, are flaming; fires ; 
With joy they in his service move. 
To bear his vengeance or his Iov< . 

3. With gladness they obey his wili, 
And all his purposes fulfil ; 

All those who Jesus' children are. 
Are special objects of their care. 

4. Our God defends us day by day. 
From many dangers in our way, 
By angels, who for ever keep 

A watchful eye, when we're asleep 

5. O Lord, we'll bless thee aH our 

days, 
(Our souls shall glory in thy grace ; 



286 



HOLY ANGELS. 



Thy praise shall dwell upon our 

tongues, 
All saints and angels join our songs. 
6. We pray thee, let the heavenly 

host 
Be guardians of our lard and coast; 
Bid them watch o'er thy flock of 

grace, 
That we may lead a life of peace. 
P„ Melauqhton. 

(1119.) 929. t. 22. 

NOW let us join our hearts and 

tongues, 
And emulate the angels' songs ; 
For sinners may address their King 
In songs that angels cannot sing. 
t. They praise the Lamb who once 

was slain, 
But we can add a higher strain ; 
Not only say. He suffer'd thus : 
But, that He suffer 'd all for us. 

3. When angels by transgression 

fell, 
Justice consignM them all to hell ; 
But mercy form'd a wondrous plan 
To save and honour fallen man. 

4. Jesus, who pass'd the angels by.« 
AssumM our flesh to bleed and die ; 
He who redeem'd us with his blood, 
As man still fills the throne of God. 

5. Immanuel, our Brother now, 
[s he fore whom the angels bow ; 
They join with us to praise his 

name, 
But we the nearest interest claim. 

6. But ah, how faint our praises 

rise ! 
Sure, 'tis the wonder of the skies. 
That we who share his richest love, 
So cold and unconcern'd should 

prove. 



7. O glorious hour, it comes with 
speed, (freed. 

When we, from sin and darkness 
Shall see our God who died for man, 
And praise him more than angels 
can» j. Newton- 



(1121.) 



930.* 



t. 249. 



THE seraphim of God 
Exalt :||: their voices loud ; 
W 7 ith joy 'fore him they shout : 
Their holy choirs in heavenly blaze 
Sing constantly with cover* d face, 
Holy, holy is God. 
Holy is God, 
The Lord of Sabaoth. 

2. Thereto the church of Christ, 
His flesh :|j: and bone confess'd, 
Sings, Amen, God be prais'd : 
Above and here one voice doth 

sound, 
Praise him who hath for us aton'd : 
To God in highest strain. 
To the Lamb slain, 
All glory be : Amen. 

3. When Christ, once crucified, 
Returns :{|: with his piere'd side 
In glory, to his bride, (fear, 
And all the world shall quake with 
Then will with joy 'fore him appear 
The countless ransom'd race, 
And sing his praise 

In never-ceasing lays. Oregon 



(1125.) 981:* 



t. 141. 



WHILE the pilgrim travels 

On this earthly ground, 
Watchful guardian-angels 

Compass him around ; 
Like Elisha's servant. 

He in faith espies 
Hosts with fiery horses. 

Flaming chariots rise. 



DEPARTURE AND RESURRECTION. 
(1127.) 932. T. 141.|Praising all together, 

HOLY, holy, holy, 



Sings the angelic choir ; 
Might we, sinners, truly 
Glow with heavenly fire, 



Deeply bow'd in dust, 
God, Jehovah, — Father, 



Son, and Holy Ghost. 



*?**7 



J. 8wertoer 



XL. 



DEPARTURE TO THE LORD, AND RESURRECTION 
OF THE BODY. 



(1128.) 933.* t. 151. 

FAREWELL,henceforth for ever, 

All empty, worldly joys ; 
Farewell, for Christ my Saviour 

Alone my thoughts employs; 
In heaven's my conversation, 

Where the redeem'd possess 
In him complete salvation, 

The gift of God's free grace. 
2. Counsel me, dearest Jesus, 

According to thy heart; 
Heal thou all my diseases. 

And every harm avert .* 
Be thou my consolation 

While here on earth I live* 
And at my expiration 

Me to thyself receive. 

Val. Herberger. 

(1131.) 934.* t. 149. 

YE, who Jesus' patients are, 

Let your hearts be tending 
Thither, where you wish to share 

Bliss that's never ending : 
O may we — constantly, 

Wean'd from things terrestrial, 

Look for joys celestial. 
2. Fixing all our thoughts above, 

Where each true believer 
Will, for his redeeming love, 

Praisa the Lord for ever, 



j Here by faith — in his death, 

We find consolation 
I And complete salvation. 

Louisa v. H&vnt. 

1(1132.) 935.* t. 119, 

Had we nought, :{j: 
Nought beyond this life to hope, 
jHere receiving our full measure. 

Did no further prospect ope, 
iLaid we up no heavenly treasure* 
i Wretched were our state in life 
and death, 

Vain our faith. : (J : 
2. Here on earth, :||; 
Hear on earth in tears we sow ; 
; He who here goes forth and 
weepeth, 
Bearing precious seed below. 
Brings his sheaves with him and 
reapeth (o'er, 

There in joy, his sighs and sorrows 
Evermore. ;(j; 

(1133.) 936.* t. 132. 
f HANK God, towards eternity 

Another step is taken, 
My heart with longing turns to thee; 

Tho' not by thee forsaken, 
I long and pant for my release, 
When I shall hence depart in 

To be with thee for ever, (peace, 



288 



DEPARTURE AND 



2. I tell the hours, and days, and 

years, 
And think them tedious ages, 
Until the wish'd-for time appears 
Which all my grief assuages ; 
Meanwhile with haste I forward 

press, 
Till I arrive, with thankfulness, 
At my desired haven. 

3. " Come," saith thy^ bride, who 

longs for thee, 
And of all else is weary ; 
" Come," is her cry incessantly, 

" Come soon, and do not tarry : 
Jesus, my Lord, my Bridegroom, 

come 
And fetch my longing spirit home; 
It is to thee betrothed." 

4. I am assur'd, nor life, nor death 
Me from thy love can sever, 

While I abide in thee by faith, 

And taste thy love and favour ; 
What tho' the time seem long to 
A foretaste of eternity (me, 

I have in thy communion. 

A. H. Franke. 

(1135.) 937. t.11. 

LORD, my times are in thy hand, 
Be they then at thy command ; 
Let me live to thee alone, 
Then the sting of death is gone. 

2. Whither should I, sinner, flee, 
Lord, for shelter, but to thee 1 
Thou hast gone before, in grace, 
To prepare a resting-place. 

3. Bearing my sins' heavy load, 
All thy steps were mark'd with 

blood, 
From the garden to the cross, 
Suffering to retrieve our loss. 

4. By thy bitter agony, 

By thy life pour'd out for me, 



O let me, a sinner, find 

In my God a Friend most kind. 

Mrs. Palmer. 

(1136.) 938.* t. 14. 

WHETHER the period of this life 

Be long or short, we know 
'Tis in itself of no great weight, 

We're pilgrims here below. 

2. Thrice happy they who in thi* 
In Jesus Christ believe, (time 

And as a living sacrifice 
To him their bodies give. 

3. He is, as long as life shall last. 
The source of all their bliss, 

And when they from this world 
They see him as he is. (depart, 

4. Lord, may I live to thee by faith. 
To thee O may I die ; 

For thine I am in life and death, 
Thine, thine eternally. z. 

(1137.) 939. t.97. 

ALTHO' a pardon'd sinners mind 
To be with Christ is most inclin'd, 
Yet long as he remaineth here, 
Be it a day, a month, or year, 
If but his heart be daily cheer'd 

by grace, (race. 

He runs with patience his appointed 
2. We in this world no city have, 
Where we to fix our dwelling crave; 
For as a traveller on the road 
Oft rests, but hath no fix'd abode. 
Life's comforts thus we welcome 

not pursue, (in view. 

But keep our heavenly mansion still 

(1138.) 940. t. 1(36. 

LORD, whither can I, sinner, flee, 
When I go hence,but to thy breast? 
For I have sought no other home, 
For I have found no other rest : 



RESURRECTION. 



289 



When earthly cares engross the 

mind, 
And turn my thoughts aside from 

thee, (nights 

Then the successive days and 
Seem long and wearisome to me. 
2. My God, and can a needy child, 
That loves thee in humility, 
From thy dear presence be exil'd, 
Or ever separated be 1 
O no, for in thy wounded hands 
By faith my name engrav'd I see ; 
Firm and secure thy promise stands, 
That where thou art thy friends 

shall be. Watts. 

(1139.) 941. t. 96. 

IN age and feebleness extreme, 
Who shall a helpless worm redeem? 
Jesus, my only hope thou art, 
Strength of my failing flesh and 

heart ; 
O could I catch a smile from thee, 
And drop into eternity, c. Wesley. 
(1140.) 942.* t.168. 

MAKE my calling and election, 
Jesus, every day more sure ; 

Keep me under thy direction, 
Till I, thro' thy god-like power, 

Unto endless glory raised, 

In thy mansions shall be placed : 
When in thee I end my race, 
Weeping shall for ever cease. 

Loskiel. 

(1141.) 943.* t. 37. 

MY happy lot is here 

The Lamb to follow ; 
Be this my only care 

Each step to hallow, 
And thus await the time 

When Christ my Saviour 
Will call me hence, with him 

To live for ever. Gregor. 

21 



(1143.) 944. t. 590. 

OUR conversation is in heaven, 

Whence also we expect (come. 
The Lord our Saviour Christ to 

And gather his elect : 
Then shall he our vile body change, 

And fashion it like his, 
A glorious body, form'd for realms 

Of everlasting bliss. 

(1144.) 945.* t. 83. 

C HRIST,my rock,my sure defence. 
Jesus, my Redeemer, liveth ; 

what pleasing hopes from thence 
My believing heart derive th : 
Else death's long and gloomy night 
Would my guilty soul affright. 

2. Christ is risen from the dead* 

" Thou shalt rise too," saith my 

Saviour ; 
Of what should I be afraid 1 

1 with him shall live for ever ; 
Can the head forsake his limb. 
And not draw me unto him ? — 

3. No, my soul he cannot leave. 
This, this is my consolation ; 
And my body in the grave 
Rests in hope and expectation, 
That this mortal flesh shall see 
Incorruptibility. 

4. Closely by love's sacred bands 
I am join'd to him already, 

And my faith's outstretched hand? 
To embrace my Lord are ready ; 
Death itself shall never part 
Mine and my Redeemer's heart. 

5. Flesh I bear, and therefore must 
Unto dust be once reduced ; 
This I own, but from the dust 

I shall be to life produced, 
And, convey'd to endless bliss, 
Live where my Redeemer is. 



290 



DEPARTURE AND 



6. In my body, when restored 
From the grave in which it slum- 
I shall see my God,my Lord, (ber'd, 
With his saints in glory numbered; 
In my flesh eternally 

My Redeemer I shall see. 

7. There mine eyes most certainly 
Shall behold and know my Saviour, 

1. no stranger, no, ev'n I, 

Him to see shall have the favour : 
Grieving, pining, in that day 
Ever shall be done away. 

8. What here sickens, sighs, and 

groans, (torious ; 

There o'er death shall prove vic- 
Earthly here are sown my bones, 
Heavenly they shall rise, and glori- 
What is natural sown here, (ous : 
Shall as spiritual rise there. 

9. Let us raise our minds above 
This world's lusts, vain, transitory, 
Cleave to him ev'n here in love, 
Whom we hope to see in glory ; 
May our minds tend constantly 
Where we ever wish to be. 

Louisa of Brandenburg. 

(1145.) 946.* t. 22. 

MY life I now to God resign, 
At his decree I'll not repine ; (all, 
My hairs the Lord hath number'd 
Not one without his will can fall. 

2. Lord, what is man ! a clod of 

earth, 
A needy mortal from his birth ; 
Brought nothing with him when 

he came, (frame. 

And naked leaves this worldly 

3. Teach us to number so our days 
That we apply to wisdom's ways, 
Knowing how swift our moments 

fly, (die. 

That all, both young and old, must 



4. Evil and few, as Jacob says, 
Alas, I count my pilgrim-days ; 
A stranger here on earth I roam, 
Till God shall call his servant home, 

5. How should I live in constant 

dread, 
Harass'd by guilt, of death afraid, 
Did I not know, God gave his Son, 
Who did for all my sins atone. 

6. 'Tis he my Saviour.Jesus Christ, 
Who for my sins was saerific'd, 
And rose triumphant from the 

grave, 
That he my soul from death might 
save. 

7. To him I yield my life and 

breath, 
His love will guide my soul thro' 

death, 
And bring me to the blissful place, 
Where I shall see him face to face. 

8. My flesh meanwhile doth rest in 
hope, 

Till in his likeness I wake up ; 
Out of his hands no dust shall fall, 
But rise immortal at his call. 

9. This gives me comfort and relief, 
In all my greatest pain and grief ; 
He'll wipe away my every tear, 
When he in glory shall appear. 

10. Lord Jesus Christ, I humbly 

pray, 
Me with thy righteousness array : 
In garments of salvation drest, 
I'm sure of endless joy and rest. 

11. Amen, thou sovereign God of 

love, 
O grant that, when we hence re- 
move. 
Our souls, redeemed with thy blood, 
May find in thee their sure abode. 
Pappus. 



RESURRECTION. 



291 



t. 22. 



Nor doth the grave to me appear 
A terror, since thou restedst there. 
9. What songs of everlasting joy 
Shall mine and angels' tongues 

employ ; 
How shall I to eternity 
Exalt thy love and mercy free. 

P. Eberna. 



948.* 



t. 151 



:1146.) 947." 

LORD Jesus, fountain of my life, 
Sole comfort in this world of strife, 
I come both weary and oppress'd, 
And pray, Lord, take my soul to 
rest. 

2. When I shall yield my dying 

breath, 
Support me by thy bitter death ; 
Thy mercy is my only plea ; 
Thy bonds have gain'd my liberty. 

3. By all thy pains for me endur'd,! And S et from P ain dismission, 
Thou hast eternal life procur'd ; Jes » s > thyself present : 
Thy shame, reproach, and thorny | And let me > when expiring, 

Recline upon thy breast, 
Thus I shall be acquiring 
Eternal life and rest, 
Thy stripes have me, a sinner,! £. Gerhard, 

heal'd ; 



(1149.) 



I WHEN I shall gain permission 
To leave this mortal tent, 



crown, 
Gain'd for me glory and renown 



My pardon with thy blood is seal'd ; 
Thy agony, thy dying breath, 
Redeem'd me from eternal death. 
J). Unto my heart, when speech I 

want, 
The utterance of thy Spirit grant : 
O that my soul to heaven may 

rise, (eyes 

When death in darkness seals my 
6. Thy bitter death shall sweeten 

mine, 



(1150.) 949.* t. 232. 

LOED, let thy blest angelic bands 
Convey my soul into thy hands, 

When soul and body sever ; 
My body, tho' reduced to dust. 
Thou wilt, O Lord, I firmly trjist, 

Raise up tG live for ever : 
Then shall I see thee face to face 
In everlasting joy and peace, 
And sing with all the saints above 
The wonders of redeeming love ; 
O Christ, my Lord, Til thee adore, 



My soul I to thy care resign : (me, Hfire and a £ ove for evermore . 

M. Schalling. 

950.* t.14. 



Thau, since thou gav'st thy life for 
Wilt keep me to eternity.. 

7. How glad am I, that I nave 

known. 
What thou to ransom me hast 

done : 
How glad am I, that I believe, 
Thou, when I die, wilt me receive. 

8. Thanks be to thee, who hast en- 

dur'd 
My curse, and life for me procur'd: 



(1151.) 

O HOW I long with Christ to be, 

And in his presence rest, 
He draws my soul most powerfully; 

I to his bosom haste. 
2. Meanwhile may I in spirit view 

His sufferings, cross, and death ; 
These to my heart be daily new, 

Till I resign my breath. 



292 



DEPARTURE AND 



3. Me for thy coming, Lord, prepare; 
Grant I may ready be, 

Whene'er thou callest, without fear 
To meet and welcome thee. 

4. Thou know'st my insufficiency ; 
All my diseases cure ; 

O let thy stripes and wounds on me 
Exert their healing power. 

5. Thus will my wants be well sup- 

plied, 
Thus will my soul with grace 
Abundantly be satisfied, 

And kept in heavenly peace ; — 

6. Until the hour shall strike at last. 
When I, from sorrow 7 free, 

Shall hasten to thy arms and breast, 
And ever live with thee. 



(1152.) 951. 



t.582. 



THE spirits of the just, 

Confin'd in bodies, groan, (dust, 
Till death consigns the corpse to 

And then the conflict's done : 
.lesus, who came to save, 

The Lamb for sinners slain. 
Hath sanctified the gloomy grave, 

And made even death our gain. 

2. Why should we fear to trust 
The place where Jesus lay ? 

He'll raise our bodies from the 
And unto life convey : (dust, 

Sin's pardon'd. we're secure. 
Death hath no sting beside ; 

The law gives sin condemning 
But Jesus for us died, (power, 

3. Confiding in thy name, 
Jesus, the church's Head, 

We give to earth the breathless 
frame, 

Remembering thou wast dead : 
A bitter death indeed 

Was thine, O Lamb of God ; 



But from the curse thou hast m 

By thy atoning blood. (freed, 
4. O death, where is thy sting? 

O grave, thy victory 1 
He that believes in Christ can sing, 

" He hath redeemed me :" 
Trusting in him by faith, 

We now the victory gain ; 
In him we triumph over death, 

Who for us rose again. 

J. Hart, 



952. 



T. 14. 



WHY do we mourn departing 
friends, 

Or shake at death's alarms 1 
'Tis but the voice that Jesus sends 

To call them to his arms. 

2. Why should we tremble to convey 
Their relics to the tomb 1 

There the Redeemer's body lay, 
And left a long perfume. 

3. The graves of all his saints he 
And soften'd every bed ; (blest, 

Where should the dying members 
But with the dying Head, (rest, 

4. Thence he arose, ascending high. 
And show'd our feet the way : 

Up to the Lord our flesh shall fly 
At the great rising-day. 

5. Then let the last loud trumpet 
And bid our kindred rise; (sounds 

Awake, ye nations under ground, 
Ye saints, ascend the skies. 

Watts, 



(1153.) 958. 



t.102. 



WHERE is tkis infant] It is gone ! 
To whom 1 To Jesus who re- 

deem'd it : 
It now appears before his throne, 
Where he continues still to tend it, 
His favour— for ever 



RESURRECTION. 



To prove : he doth bear (his care. 
This lamb in his bosom, 'tis safe in 

2. He took such in his arms on 

earth, 
And show'd to them peculiar favour; 
Hence we may know, that from 

their birth 
He is their ever-gracious Saviour : 
He gave them, — he takes them, 
Whene'er he sees best (him to rest. 
For them to come to him, and with 

3. This infant rests now happily 
In Christ, the source of our salva- 
Rejoicing to eternity, (tion, 
Join'd to the perfect congregation : 
The body — we bury ; 

We know that, from pain (again. 

Released, we once shall behold it 

A. Reincke. 

(1154.) 954. t. 14. 

HOW sweetly this our brother 

Enjoying endless peace; (sleeps, 
The grave,wherein his Saviour lay, 

Is now his resting-place. 
2. Nought can disturb this heir of 

All worldly cares are fled ; (life, 
To be with Christ was his desire, 

And now he's perfected. 

(1155.) 955. t. 16. 

HAPPY soul, thy days are ended, 
All thy mourning da}^s below ; 

Thou, by angel-guards attended, 
Didst to Jesus' presence go. 

2. Trusting in thy Saviour's merit, 
Thou hast seen thy Lord above, 

Waiting to receive thy spirit, 
Reaching out the crown of love. 

3. For the joy he set before thee, 
Thou didst bear a moment's pain, 

Die, to live a life of glory, 

Suffer, with thy Lord to reign. 
C- Wesley. 



293 

(1156.) 956.* t. 79. 

WHEN children, bless'd by Jesus, 
To whom their souls are precious, 

Depart in early years, 
They are not lost ; for heaven 
To children shall be given ; 
Eternal happiness is theirs. 
2. This child is therefore blessed, 
Let no one be distressed, 

Christ bid it fall asleep : 
The body dead, the spirit 
Will endless life inherit 
With his redeem'd and happy sheep. 
J. A. Rothe. 



957.* 



t. 14 



(1157.) 

BLEST soul,how sweetly dost thou 
From every toil and care, (rest 

Enjoying now, on Jesus' breast, 
Bliss far beyond compare ! 

2. His sufferings have deliver'd 

thee 
From misery, woe, and death ; 
His word, " 'Tis finish'd," proved 
The triumph of thy faith, (to be 

3. Now to the earth let these re- 
in hope committed be ; (mains 

Until the body, chang'd, obtains 
Blest immortality, a. Naumann. 

(1158.) 958.* t.483. 

NOW rest in peace: :j|: 
Our prayers, when dying, thee at- 
Thou hast ended (tended ; 

Thy mortal life,and now thro' grace 
Beholdest Jesus face to face : 
The holy angels did convey 
Thy soul to realms of endless day ; 
There bless thee, God, the Father, 
and the Son, (in One : 

And Holy Ghost, — Jehovah, Three 
With saints adore the Lamb 
That sitteth on the throne. ? 



294 



XLI. THE LAST JUDGMENT. 



(1159.) 



959. 



585. 



DAY of judgment ! day of won- 
ders ! 
Hark, the trumpet's awful sound. 
Louder than a thousand thunders, 
Shakes the vast creation round : 
How the summons :|: 
Will the sinner's heart confound. 

2. See the Judge our nature wear- 

ing, 
Cloth'd in majesty divine ; 
Ye who love the Lord's appearing, 
Then shall say, This God is mine : 
Gracious Saviour, : j| : 
Own me on that day as thine. 

3. At his call the dead awaken, 
Rise to life from earth and sea ; 
All the powers of nature shaken, 
At his call prepare to flee : 
Careless sinner, :||: 

What will then become of thee 1 

4. Then to all who have confessed, 
Lov'd and serv'd the Lord below, 
He will say, "Come near ye blessed, 
See the kingdom I bestow : 

You for ever : |j : 

Shall my love and glory know." 

5. Under sorrows and reproaches 
May this thought our courage raise, 
Swiftly God's great day approaches; 
Sighs will then be chang'd to praise: 
We shall triumph :||: 

When the world is in a blaze. 

J. Newton. 

(1160.) 960.* t.132. 

'TIS sure that awful time will 

come, 
When Christ, the Lord of glory, 



Shall from his throne give men 

their doom, 
And change things transitor}' : 
This will strike dumb each im- 
pious jeer, (fire, 
When all things are consum'd by 
And heaven and earth dissolved. 

2. The wakening trumpet all shall 

hear, 
The dead shall then be raised, 
And 'fore the judgment-seat ap- 
pear, 
On the right and left hand placed : 
Those in the body at that time 
Shall, in a manner most sublime, 
Endure a transmutation. 

3. Woe, then, to him that hath de- 
God's word and revelation, (spis'd 
And here done nothing but devis'd 
His lust's gratification ; (stand, 
Then, how confounded will he 
When he must go, at Christ's corn- 
To everlasting torment. (mand^ 

4. When all with awe shall stand 

around 
To hear their doom allotted, 
O may my worthless name be found 
In the Lamb's book unblotted : 
Grant me that firm, unshaken faith, 
That thou, my Saviour, by th* 

death 
Hast purchas'd my salvation. 

5. Before thou shalt as Judge ap~ 
Plead as my Intercessor, (pear> 
And on that awful day declare 
That I am thy confessor; 

Then bring me to that blessed place =. 
Where I shall see with open faes 
The glory of thy kingdom,, 



LAST JUDGMENT. 



6. O Jesus, shorten the delay, 

And hasten thy salvation, 

That we may see that glorious day 

Produce a new creation ; 

Lord Jesus, come, our Judge and 

King, 
Come, change our mournful notes, 

to sing 
Thy praise for ever : Amen. 



(1162.) 



962. 



295 
T. 585. 



LO, he cometh ! countless trumpets 

Christ's appearance usher in : 

1 Midst ten thousand saints and 

angels 
See our Judge and Saviour shine : 

Hallelujah! :||: (slain. 

Welcome, welcome, Lamb once 

B. Ringwald.j2. Now the song of all the saved, 

(1161.) 961. T. 581 or 83.1" Worthy is the Lamb," resounds; 

^ t • iNow resplendent shine his nail- 

HARK, the trump of God is I prints, 

heard, i Every eye shall see his wounds : 

And the archangel s voice on high ; j Q reat his gi or y ; : |[: 
Yea, the Lord himself descends j E knee to hi ^ gnall bow> 

With a shout that rends the sky ; I" . 

Lo, the bars of death are burst, ! 3 « Ever y lsland ' sea > and mountain, 



Earth and heaven flee away ; 
All his enemies confounded 
Hear the trump proclaim his day : 
Come to judgment, :|| 



See, the dead in Christ rise first. 

2. His blest people, still on earth, 
In a moment chang'd, arise, (up, 

And with them, m clouds caught j Stand before the Sonof Man> 
Meet their Saviour in the skies ; . 

Fears and doubts are far remov'd, J- All who love him view his glory. 
Him they see whom here they lov'd. | ^ his bright once marred face : 

' , . . , ,.,. ' Jesus cometh; all his people 

3. See this transient mortal life j Now ^ heads with gladneM 

Swaljow d up eternally : H m0 urners, : | : (raise : 

Death, O death, where is thy stag? L ^ ouds he comes> he comes . 
Where, O grave, thy victory 1 i 

Thanks to God, thro' Christ we have ! ^ See redemption, long expected, 
Victory over death and grave. | ? n [hat awful day appear ; 
" „ . ,, ! All his people, once despised, 

4. Now all tears are wip d away ;; Joyfal meet him {n ^ ^ . 

Free from guilt, and fear, and pain, Hallelujah, : ||: 

! Saviour, now thy kingdom comes. 
J. Ceimick. 



All his ransom'd saints with him 
Kings and priests for ever reign : 
Henceforth his unbounded grace 
Is their theme of endless praise. 
5. In the hope of all this joy, 
Brethren, let us still be found, 
Steadfast in the faith of Christ, 
May we all in love abound, 
Till we shall, when time is o'er, 
Live with him for evermore. 



963. 



r. 590. 



(1163.) 

MY faith shall triumph o'er the 

grave, 
And trample on the tombs ; 
My Jesus, my Redeemer lives, 
My God, my Saviour comes : 



496 



LAST JUDGMENT. 



Ere long I know he shall appear 
In power and glory great ; 
And death, the last of all his foes, 
Lie vanquished at his feet. 

2. Then, tho' the worms my flesh 

devour, 
And make my corpse their prey, 
I know I shall arise with power, 
On the last judgment-day ; (earth, 
When God shall stand upon the 
Him these mine eyes shall see, 
My flesh shall feel a second birth, 
And ever with him be. 

3. Then his own hand shall wipe the 
From every weeping eye ; (tears 
And pains, and groans, and griefs, 
Shall cease eternally : (and fears, 
How long, dear Saviour, O how 

long, 
Shall this bright hour delay 1 
Oh, hasten thy appearance, Lord, 
And bring the welcome day. 

Watts. 

(1164.) 964. t. 14. 

WHEN rising from the bed of 
death, 

O'erwhelm'd with guilt and fear, 
I see my Maker face to face, 

Oh, how shall I appear 1 

2. If yet while pardon may be found, 
Thy mercy I've not sought, 

My heart with inward horror 
shrinks, 
And trembles at the thought,— 

3. That thou, O Lord, wilt stand 
In majesty severe, (disclos'd 

And sit in judgment on my soul : 
How then shall I appear 1 

4. But thou declarest in thy word, 
That sinners who to thee, 

While here they live, repenting 
Shall live eternally. (turn, 



5. Grant then, that I may favour'd 
Full pardon to obtain. (be, 

Since Jesus Christ, to save my soul, 
Upon the cross was slain. 

xVddisoa. 

(1167.) 965, t. 151. 

WHEN conscious sinners tremble, 

To hear the trumpet's sound, 
That bids the dead assemble 

The judgment-seat around ; 
O then among that number 

May we thy call obey, 
Who burst the bands of slumber 

To view a glorious day. 

(1168.) 966.* t. 16. 

JUDGE me now, my God and Sa- 
viour, 

Ev'n before the judgment-day ; 
Then to me, a worm, thy favour 

Thro' eternity display. z. 



1169.) 



967. 



t.205- 



ARE you form'd a creature new, 
Cleans'd by Jesus' precious blood l 
Can you Christ in spirit view, 
Reconcil'd by him to God 7 
Rise, to meet the Bridegroom go, 
Mingle with the virgin-row ; 
Have you oil, you need not fear, 
Tho' this moment he appear. 

2. Rise, go forth to meet the Lamb, 
Slumber not 'midst worldly care ; 
Let your lamps be all on flame, 
For his coming now prepare : 
Then whene'er you hear the cry, 

' Lo, the Bridegroom draweth nigh,* 
You will not confounded be, 
But can meet him cheerfully. 

3. Let us walk the narrow way, 
Watchful, cheerful, free from toil, 
Trim our lamps from day to day, 
Adding still recruits of oil : 



THE CHURCH TRIUMPHANT. 



297 



Doubly doth the Spirit rest 
On his happy peaceful breast. 
Who himself to praying gives, 
Who a life of watching lives. 

Sperlider. 

/1170.) 968.* t. b. p. 113. 

YE virgins, be 

Girt with alacrity ; 

At midnight cometh He : 

Cease all your mourning, 

The Lord will be returning : 

Him ye shall see 

In majesty. 

2. Now ready stand, 
Yea, always ready stand, 



The Bridegroom is at hand : 

Sleep not nor slumber, 

Let nothing you encumber. 

But ready stand ; 

He is at hand. Louisa v. Hayn. 

(1172.) 969. * t. 79. 

LORD, for thy coming us pre- 
pare, 
May we to meet thee without fear, 

At all times ready be : 
In faith and love preserve us sound; 
O let us day and night be found 
Waiting with joy to welcome thee. 
Gregor. 



XLII. THE CHURCH TRIUMPHANT. 



(1173.) 970. T. 159. 

MOUNT Zion, where the Lamb of 
Who for our sins aton'd, (God, 

And bought us by his precious 
blood, 
For ever is enthron'd ; (bride 

Where his redeem'd and chosen 

Thro' endless ages shall reside ; 

Is here thro' faith in Jesus' name 

Our joy and final aim. 

2. Jerusalem, the church above, 
Now triumphs over death ; 

And when we, perfected in love, 

Shall once resign our breath, 
We shall with all the saints in 

light 
In cheerful songs of praise unite, 
And with his chosen evermore 
His saving name adore. 

3. Deliver'd from this mortal clay. 
From sorrow, sin, and pain, 



We shall with Christ in lasting day 

True holiness obtain : 
Lord Jesus,hear our fervent prayer. 
Us needy sinners all prepare, 
By faith in thee to end our race. 
And to behold thy face. 

J. Swertner. 



971. 



t. 14, 



JERUSALEM, my happy home ! 

Name ever dear to me ! (end, 
W T hen shall my labours have an 

In joy, and peace, and thee 1 

2. When shall these eyes thy heaven- 

built walls 
And pearly gates behold 1 
Thy bulwarks,with salvation strong, 
And streets of shining gold ? 

3. There happier bowers than 

Eden's bloom, 
Nor sin nor sorrow know ; 



298 



THE CHURCH 



Bless'd seats ! through rude and 
stormy scenes 
I onward press to you. 

4. Why should I shrink from pain 

and woe, 
And feel at death dismay 1 
I've Canaan's goodly land in view, 
And realms of endless day. 

5. Apostles, martyrs, prophets there 
Around my Saviour stand ; 

And soon my friends in Christ 
below, 
Will join the glorious band. 

6. Jerusalem, my happy home ! 
My soul still pants for thee ; 

Then shall my labours have an end, 
When I thy joys shall see. 



(1174.) 972. 



t. 97. 



HOW greatly doth my soul rejoice, 
That, by my faithful Shepherd's 

choice, 
My name is certainly enroll'd 
Among the sheep of his blest fold : 
May I by nothing e'er be drawn 

aside, (bride. 

But be a happy member of his 
2. My faith victorious now doth rise 
Above all earthly vanities, 
And hath Jerusalem full in view, 
That holy city, fair and new ; 
Thro' faith in Christ I am God's 

child and heir, (dom share. 
And shall the glories of his king- 
3. Then all old things will pass away, 
And a new scene itself display ; 
We wait for thee, Immanuel, 
Come soon, thy majesty reveal ; 
Our voices then in higher strains 

shall raise 
A joyful Hallelujah to thy praise. 
(t. Arnold, 



973. 



t.205. 



RISE, my soul, and stretch thy 

wings, 

Now thy better portion trace ; 
Rise from transitory things 
Towards heaven, thy native place : 
Sun, and moon, and stars decay, 
Time shall soon this earth remove; 
Rise, my soul, and haste away 
To the seats prepar'd above. 

2. Rivers to the ocean run. 
Never stay in all their course ; 
Fire ascending seeks the sun; 
Both still speeding to their source : 
So, a soul that's born of God, 
Pants to view his glorious face ; 
Upward tends to his abode, 
There to rest in his embrace. 

3. Cease, ye pilgrims, cease to 

mourn, 
Press ye onward to the prize ; 
Soon your Saviour will return, 
All triumphant in the skies : 
Yet a season, and we know, 
Happy entrance will be giv'n ; 
All our sorrows left below, 
All of earth exchang'd for heaven. 
Cennick (ad.) 

(1175.) 974.* t. 585. 

JESUS' life of grief and sorrows, 
All his sufferings, death and pain, 
Prove in life our consolation, 
And in death our joy remain ; 

Hallelujah, : 1| : 
Christ's our life. hence death is gain. 
2. On his precious death and merit 
All our hopes are safely built ; 
We rejoice in his salvation, 
Freed from sin's condemning guilt; 

Sing his triumphs, :||: 
'Twas for us bis blood was spilt. 



TRIUMPHANT. 



299 



3. JesUs yieldeth up his spirit, 
Lo, he bows his head and dies ; 
From his death we life inherit, 
Hence our happiness takes rise : 

We now glory :||: 
Only in his sacrifice. 

4. Jesus' body once interred, 
Sanctifies his brethren's rest, 
And the place which keeps their j 



3. Oh, what songs of praises 
Will then in heaven 

Resound, when all the ransomd 
souls thanksgiving 

To Jesus brinjr, 

4. Lamb once slain for sinners. 
Receive our praises ; (and classes. 
Honour and glory from all choirs 

To thee are due. 



bodies, (guest, 1 5# Now i et aU say? Amen, 

Since earth lodg'd that heavenly : The Lo rd be praised, (ever blessed 

i In heaven and earth his name for 

By all that breathe- 

Gregor. 



Now is hallow'd; : 
We lie down in hope most blest. 

5. Our Redeemer rose victorious, 
O what joy doth this afford ! 
Lasting bliss awaits us yonder, 
Rais'd to glory, like our Lord : 

Blessed Saviour, :|j: 
Ever be by us ador'd. 

6. Conquering Lord, to heaven as- 

cended 
To prepare for us a place, (merit ; 
Pleading thine own blood and 
Here our faith rests on thy grace, 

There in glory : || : 
We shall see thee face to face. 

7. Jesus, at thy blest appearing, 
Freed from weakness, grief, and 
We, restored to thy likeness, (pain, 
Then shall join thy happy train : 

Make us ready, :||: 
Lord, thy glory to obtain. 

(1176.) 975.* t. -58. 

WHAT ecstatic pleasure 
Shall I then savour, (for ever, 
When face to face beholding thee 
Lord, as thou art. 
2. On what joys celestial 
Shall I be feasting, (bour resting, 
When, in thy presence from all la- 
I sabbath keep. 



(1177.) 976. 



t. 71 



WHAT shall I feel, when I 
The glorious choirs espy 

In bliss unceasing ; 
Already in my heart 
Rays from bright Salem dart, 

With hopes most pleasing. 

2. I hear the enraptur'd song 
Rais'd by the blessed throng 

Of the redeemed : 
Seated upon the throne, 
The Lamb once slain alone 

Is worthy deemed. 

3. Rejoice, my soul, thou soon. 
When here thy race is run, 

Shalt have the favour 
To go and join the blest, 
And there at home to rest 

With Christ thy Saviour. 

4. Then shall our woe and grief 
Find a most sure relief 

In joys unbounded ; 
Triumphant songs shall be 
To the blest Trinity 

For ever sounded. 

5. How blest when we can say, 
All else is fled away, 



300 

And love prevaileth : 
No longer faith and hope 
We need to bear us up, 

Love never faileth. 

6. See, how the victors go 
In raiment white as snow, 

With glory crowned : 
He grants to them thro' grace 
Around his throne a place, 

On whom death frowned. 

7. The Bridegroom now appears, 
He wipes off all our tears, 

And ends all sadness ; 
To him I had resign'd 
Myself, and now am join'd 

In perfect gladness. 

8. O Lord, grant my request, 
To be in heaven at rest, 

When 'tis thy pleasure ; 
Then to eternity 
I ne'er shall parted be 

From thee, my treasure. 

9. At thy thro'-pierced feet 
I'll humbly take my seat, 

There's heaven's enjoyment : 
To give thee thanks and praise, 
For all thy love and grace, 

Be my employment. 

10. While here, I live by faith, 
Relying on thy death, 

For thou'rt my Saviour ; 
There I shall sweetly rest, 
Reclining on thy breast, 

In peace for ever. Gregor & Z, 

(1178.) 977. t. 136. 

MY Lord and God, 

Who hast for me atoned, 

And in death's agony for me hast 

I weep for joy, (groaned ; 

And raise my feeble song ; (tation 

For both in life and death this medi- 



THE CHURCH 



Proves unto me a sweet and 

strengthening consolation : 
My pardon's sealed with thy blood, 
My Lord, my God. 

2. The time will come, 
When endless consolation 

Will be their lot, who wait for 

Christ's salvation : 
" I am redeem'd," 
Saith a believing heart ; 
" Ev'n here the Lord, whose mercy 

never endeth, 
Wipes oft my tears away, and all 

my steps attendeth ; 
The time to be with him at home 
At last will come." 

3. Come soon, O come, 
Ye hours, wherein for ever 
With hosts of saints I too shall have 
To see my Lord : (the favour 
With joy for him I wait : 

Who knows but I this day may 

leave the body, 
Call'd forth to meet the Bridegroom; 

may he find me ready : 
I long to be with him at home ; 

Come soon, O come. 

4. O happy lot, 

To live in blessed union 

With Christ, and with his church 

in close communion ; 
To look to him, 
Prompted by love and need ; 
To feed by faith upon his death 

and merit, (him one spirit ; 

And, purified in heart, become with 

To love him, tho' we see him not ; 

O happy lot. 

5. O happy lot, 

To dwell with Christ our Saviour, 
There to behold his countenance 
In songs of joy (for ever : 

His holy name to praise ; 



TRIUMPHANT. 



301 



To thank him for our blessed con- 
summation, 
And view his wounds, those pledges 

of complete salvation, 
AH pain and sorrow then forgot ; 
O happy lot. 
C. J. La Trobe. 

.(1179.) 978. t.30. 

O YE heavenly souls, full joys 
possessing, (blessing, 

At the fountain-head of every 
From your bright legions (regions. 
Waft your praises to these lowly 

2. Songs of victory to the Lamb 

once wounded, (rounded, 

With immortal glory now sur- 
O'erwhelm my senses, (mences. 
And my heaven already here com- 

3. Hear I not the golden harps re- 

sounding 1 (rounding 1 

See I not the crowds the throne sur- 



May I unmoved 

Lean upon the arm of my Beloved . 

8. May the tears and sweat of 

Olivet's mountain, 
May the scene of Calvary's purple 

fountain, 
The dying Saviour, (ever. 

Hover 'fore my eyes of faith for 

9. May this deaden nature's incli- 

nation, (temptation. 

Awe me from the world and sin's 
And sanctify me, (thee. 

Till each word and deed may glorify 

10. May I grow in spirit daily 

poorer, 
Make my calling and election surer; 
Thy word instruct me, (duct me. 
And thy guardian Spirit still con- 

(1180.) 979.- T.83. 

JESUS' sufferings were for me, 
That my hence departing spirit 



Adore, adore him ! (before him.; 

They exclaim, and prostrate fall I Full of joy and peace might be, 

T . , . . Al _ . -.1 And eternal life inherit ; 
4. O that I could join their ado-| rm from iud t freed by faitb 

T . rat ' on ' , . . ( tmtl ° n ' In his meritorious death. 

Lie with them m awful, deep pros-j 

His feet embracing, (ness raising. 

Bath'd in tears, yet hymns of glad- 

m ^ - t r ^jj j I shall have the grace and favour 

o. O Jerusalem, trom God descend- ; Tq beho]d him f ^ ^ ^ , 

* T g ' • i i be ^ r g: iWhom I love, ev'n God my Sa^ 
To thy pinnacles my flight Im rni _„ T _ u _„ r „ 

Begone for ever, (my Saviour. 



2. 



When I 
peace, 



leave this world in 



World and sin; and welcome Christ 

6. But what gentle voice my flight 

prevented 1 (tented, 

Whispering to my spirit. Rest con- 
Thv days are number'd, 
And thy sighs and prayers 'fore 

God remember'd. 

7. Am I longer here, 'midst tribu- 



lation, 



(tion, 



Then I shall for evermore 
Him in endless joy adore. 
3. When I shall permitted be. 
To enjoy in fullest measure, 
What his sufferings gain'd for me. 
And possess salvation's treasure, 
With what rapture shall I sing 
Hallelujah to my King. Moltber. 

(1181.) 980.*" t. 110. 

O WHAT joy, .J 



As a pilgrim to maintain my sta- O what joy awaiteth me I 



302 



THE CHURCH 



I rejoice in expectation, 
That I in my flesh shall see 
Him, the God of my salvation, 
And behold the Lord in endless 

bliss, As he is. :|j: 

2. Yea, Amen, :|: 
Pardon'd sinners, here rejoice 
In this hope and consolation, 
Till we shall with sweeter voice 
Sing in the great congregation, 
Thou, O Lamb, hast brought us 

nigh to God 

By thy blood. :j|: 
Germ. Lit. 



981.* 



t. 45. 



(1182.) 

MY lot of grace — will be always 

Beyond description blessed ; 
Yea, the bliss I shall enjoy 

Cannot be expressed. 
2. Him I shall see, — whose love to 

My heart hath captivated ; (me 
From his presence I no more 

Shall be separated. 

Louisa v. Hayn. j 

<1185.) 982.* T.2#5. 

O EXALT and praise the Lord, 
Laud his name for evermore, 
Gratefully with one accord 
With the angels him adore ; 
Thank him for the faithfulness 
Wherewith he his witnesses, 
Who in heaven are perfected, 
Thro' great tribulation led. 
% Here by Jesus' precious blood 
Cleans'd from sin and render'dj 
They, as ministers of God, (chaste,! 
Him by word and deed confessed ; 
In their Lord's reproach a share, 
Hated by the world, they bare, 
Now they, with the angelic train,; 
Praise the Lamb for sinners slain. 



3. They, with patience having 

run 
Their appointed race, in hope, 
Have the crown of glory won, 
Won the prize for them laid up ; 
Now they stand before his face. 
Trophies of redeeming grace, 
Pillars in his house approv'd, 
Never thence to be remov'd. 

4. In fine, spotless linen dress'd, 
Palms of victory they bear, 

By no sorrows now oppress'd, 

Unmolested now by care, 

Free from hunger, thirst, and heat. 

They, possessing joys complete, 

Unto living fountains led, 

By the Lamb himself are fed. 

5. Since we likewise may attain 
To this happiness thro' grace, 
And, by following Jesus, gain 
With the saints in heaven a place ; 
May we tread the narrow path, 
Not unfruitful in the faith, 

And unto the end endure, 
Making our election sure. 

6. May we always have in view 
The example of our Lord, 
Faithfully his steps pursue, 
Giving heed unto his word ; 

In our bodies while we've breath. 
May we bear about his death, 
That his life may even here 
In our mortal flesh appear. 

7. Let us call to mind with joy 
Those who have before us gone. 
Who obtain'd the victory 
Thro' the blood of Christ alone ; 
That we all may zealously 
Imitate their constancy, 

Till we too the prize receive, 
And with them in glory live. 

Bohemian Brethren, 



TRIUMPHANT. 



303 

love, 



983. T. 205. | And serve the God they 

WHAT are these in bright arrav, * mi * st r +u . 

.-r,,. • i| ., " 1 he glories of the sky. 

This innumerable throng, 6 J 

Round the altar night and day, |*« His presence fills each heart with 

Hymning one triumphant song : I Tunes every voice to sing ; (joy, 

M Worthy is the Lamb once slain, By day, by night, the sacred courts 

Blessing, honour, glory, power, ; w ith glad Hosannahs ring. 

Wisdom, riches, to obtain, 5. Hunger and thirst are felt no 



New dominion every hour.' 1 
2. These through fiery trials trod,: 
These from great affliction came ; 
Now before the throne of God, 
Seal'd with his almighty name, 
Clad in raiment pure and white, 
Victor-palms in every hand, 
Through their dear Redeemer's 
might, 



more, 
Nor suns with scorching ray ; 
God is their sun ; whose cheering 
beams 
Diffuse eternal day. 
6. The Lamb who dwells amidst 
the throne 
Shall o'er them still preside, 
Feed them with nourishment divine, 



More than conquerors they stand.; And all their footsteps guide. 
3. Hunger,thirst, disease, unknown,! 7. 'Mong pastures green he'll lead 
On immortal fruits they feed ; his flock, 

Them, the Lamb amidst the throne, ; Where living streams appear ; 



Shall to living fountains lead : 
Joy and gladness banish sighs, 
Perfect love dispels all fears, 
And for ever from their eyes, 



| And God the Lord from every eye 
Shall wipe off every tear. 

Christian Psalmist. 

(1186.) 985. * t. 166. 



God shall wipe away the tears. 

J. Montgomery. ALL who in Jesus presence live. 
qqa -i/j Remov'd from mortal vision, 

: " . '. . * The crown of righteousness receive. 

HOW bright these glorious spirits ; , n endIess life , g fruition . 

shine . They are for ever with the Lord : 

Whence all their white array ! , We wah {n expectation> 
How came they to the blissful seats ; Tm he tQ ug the grace accor(l 

Of everlasting day 1 To j oin that congregatiori . y 

2. Lo! these are they from suffer- j 

ings great j(U87.) 986.* T. 149. 

W 7 ho came to realms of light, \Q HO W excellent and fair, 
And in the blood of Christ have| Goodly beyond measure, 



wash'd (bright. 

Those robes which shine so 

3. Now with triumphal palms they 

stand 
Before th* throne on high, 



Is the lot which we shall share. 

And how rich the treasure., 
When we see — bodily 

Our beloved Saviour, 

As ke is, for ever. 



304 



THE CHURCH 






2. Countless hosts before God's (How bless'd will then be my corn- 



throne, 

Where the Lamb resideth, 
And, as God and Man, his own 

To life's fountain guideth, 
Now possess — perfect bliss, 

Which to us is wanting, 

And for which we're panting. 

3. What here sickens, sighs, and 

groans, 

There will prove victorious ; 
Earthly here are sown our bones, 

They shall rise most glorious ; 
Death and woe, — every foe 

Which us here annoyed. 

There will be destroyed. 

4. May this ever blessed hope 
Fill our hearts with gladness, 

And 'midst weakness bear us up, 
Till from sin and sadness 

We shall be — wholly free. 
And above for ever 
Praise our gracious Saviour. 



987.* 



t. 184. 



(1188.) 

AT God's right hand in countless 

numbers 
The just,made perfect, joyful stand; 
And, freed from all that here en- 
cumbers, 
Inherit now the heavenly land : 
Our souls, with sweet anticipation, 
By faith these glorious realms de- 
scry ; (and nation 
And from each kindred, tongue, 
We hear loud anthems fill the sky. 
2. When, O when shall I have the 
favour (days. 
To see the approach of those blest 
When I shall welcome my dear 
Saviour (lays ? 
With solemn strains, with joyful 



dition, (see 

When in my flesh I Christ shall 
Tho' happy in his love's fruition 
Ev'n here, with him I long to be. 
3. What heavenly joy and conso- 
lation 
This hope affords unto my heart, 
That Christ, the God of my salva- 
tion, 
Will me receive when I depart ; 
Then in his presence I for ever 
With the redeem'd shall sing his 

praise : 

O make me ready, blessed Saviour, 

To leave this world, and see thy 

face. Gregor. 

(1189.) 988. t. 79. 

WHILE we anticipate the day 
jThat calls our longing souls away, 
What transports fill the breast ; 
For lo, our great Redeemer waits, 
Unfolds the everlasting gates, 
And calls us to eternal rest. 

2. Ev'n now to our expecting eyes 
The heaven-built towers of Salem 
Ev'n now with glad survey (rise ; 
We view her mansions, that contain 
The angelic hosts, the blessed train, 
And shine with everlasting day. 

3. Hither,from earth's remotest end, 
Lo, the redeem'd of God ascend. 
Their tribute hither bring ; 
Here, crown'd with everlasting joy. 
To sing his praise is their employ, 
To hail with songs the immortal 

King. 

4. We too shall join the choirs 
above, 

Where all is peace, and joy, and 
love, 






name, 
We do the same below. 



TRIUMPHANT. 306 

Where faith is chang'd to sight : Walking in all his ways, they find 
Then shall we mix with that blest Their heaven on earth begun. 

throng, ( son S? 2. The church above no other theme 

And raise the ransom'd sinner's! But Jesus' love doth know ; 
In realms of everlasting light. T n j oyful hymns thev praise ms 

(1190.) 989. t. 14. 

THERE is a house not made with 

tj,, , i , ,u i o. Him in his glorious reams thev 

Lternal, and above ; (hands,! • 

And here my spirit waiting stands, . *V, ' . - .. . 

rr,.,, -. , ,, [ " And bow before his throne: 

Till it shall hence remove. |,„ . ... , c , . ' 

W e, m the kingdom ot his grace : 

2. My Saviour by his saving grace The kingdoms are but one. 
Prepareth me for heaven ; 

And, as an earnest of the place, (119o.) 992. T. 14. 

Hath his own Spirit giv'n. THERE, where my blessed Jesus 

3. We walk by faith of joys to come, i reigns 

Faith lives upon his word ; In heaven's unmeasur d space. 

But while the body is our home, I shall a long eternity 

We're absent from the Lord. Spend in ne'er-ceasing praise. 

4. 'Tis pleasant to believe thy grace, 2. Dear Jesus, every smile of thine 
But we would rather see ; Will fresh endearments bring ; 

W r e would be absent from the flesh. And streams of ever-new delight 
And present, Lord, with thee. From all thy graces spring. 

a 8 \3. Haste, my Beloved, fetch rav soul 
(1191.) 990. T. 14. Up to thy blest abode ; 

COME, Lord, and warm each Ian- Haste, for my spirit longs to be 
guid heart, With thee, my Lord and God. 

Inspire each lifeless tongue; watts. 

And let the joys of heaven impart /] 19 1J 993. T. 14. 

Their influence to our song. r^r\r\ u *i i • i i e 

° CtOH hath laid up in heaven tor me 

% Sorrow, and pain,and every care. A crown which caIinot fade : 

And discord, there shall cease; j The r i g hteous Judge at that great 
And perfect joy and love sincere, VVill place it on my head, (day 

Adorn the realms of peace. L AT , . . Jr . c ,' 

r 2. jNor hath the King of grace de- 

3. The soul, from sin for ever free, This pr i ze f or me . a \ one . ( creei \ 

Shall mourn its power no more : But all shall it obtain w h luve 
But. cloth'd in spotless purity, The appe arance of his Son. 

Redeeming love adore. Watts. Watts. 

(1192.) 991. t. 14.(1195.) 1*94.* t. 205. 

HAPPY the souls to Jesus join'd,; WITH thee, Lord, while I remain, 
And sav'd by grace alone ; , Thou wilt near tky child abide. 



306 

Till, thy perfect aim to attain, 

I am wholly sanctified : 
•All my wants, all my distress, 
I'll to thee, my Lord, confess; 
Soon will come the happy day, 
When all tears are wiped away. 

Loskiel, 

2. Amen, yea, Hallelujah, 

Jesus, praise to thee be giv'n, 
That a place for me, thro' grace, 
Is by thee prepar'd in heaven : 
Ah, how blest will be my case, 
When I shall behold thy face, 
And, from pain and sorrow free, 
Live for evermore with thee. 

F» W. Neisser. 

(1196.) 995. t. 114. 

THE just made perfect, now in 
glory seated 

Around the throne enjoy eternal 
bliss, 

Beholding God our Saviour as 
he is ; (permitted 

Ah, when shall I poor traveller be 

To join that happy, numerous com- 
pany, (see. 

And my Redeemer face to face to 

(1197.) 996. * T.B.p. 113. 

WHAT happiness, 

What joy and happiness, 

Lord, shall we then possess. 

When we adore thee, 

With angels fall before thee, 

And see thy face : 

What happiness ! 

2. Amen, Amen, 

Then will in highest strain 

Unto the Lamb once slain 

Eternal praises 

Resound in 'heavenly places; 

Hallelujah. :]|: 



THE CHURCH 



997. t. 582. 

" FOR ever with the Lord !" 

Amen, so let it be ; 
Life from the dead is in that word 

'Tis immortality. 

2. Here in the body pent, 
Absent from him I roam, 

Yet nightly pitch my moving tent 
A day's march nearer home. 

3. My Father's house on high ! 
Home of my soul ! how near 

At times to faith's foreseeing eye. 
Thy golden gates appear. 

4. Ah ! then my spirit faints 
To reach the land of love, 

The bright inheritance of saints, 
Jerusalem above. 

5. Yet clouds will intervene, 
And all my prospect flies ; 

Like Noah's dove, I flit between 
Rough seas and stormy skies. 

6. Anon the clouds dispart ; 
The winds and waters cease : 

And sweetly o'er my gladden'd heart 
Expands the bow of peace. 

7. "For ever with the Lord !" 
Father, if 'tis thy will, 

The promise of that faithful won:! 
Even now to me fulfil. 

8. Be thou at my right hand, 
Then I can never fail ; 

Uphold thou me, and I shall stand ; 
Fight, and I must prevail. 

9. So, when my latest breath 
Shall rend this vail in twain, 

By death I shall escape from death. 
And life eternal gain. 

10. Knowing as I am known, 
How shall I love that word, 

And oft repeat before thy throne : 
" For ever with the Lord !'* 

J. Montgomery 



TRIUMPHANT. 



307 



(1198.) 998. t. 249. 

TO God we render praise, 

Who grants :||: us new displays 

Of mercy all our days : 

When Christ, the Son of man, again 

Shall come, the angels in his train, 

May all of us who here 

'Fore him appear, 

Then meet him without fear. 

2. How great our joy will be 

In heaven, :J|: O Lord, where we 
Thy glorious face shall see ! 
We then shall thee for evermore, 
As the Lamb slain for us. adore; 
In realms of glory bright, 
With saints in light 
In hymns of praise unite. 

3. Repeat the solemn strain, 
W T orthy : || : the Lamb slain ! 
Let all reply, Amen ; 

Blessing, and power, and majesty, 
Thro' endless ages be to thee, 
Who us by blood hast bought, 
In mercy sought, 
And to thy fold us brought. 

(1199.;; 099>.* t. 159. 

JVOW r , Lord, who iis this vale of 
Dost lift thy gracious face (tears 
Upon thy church, which thee re- 
And givest us such peace, (verses, 
That sweetly we anticipate 
The heavenly bliss for wiiich we 
wait. 



In thee rejoicing here below. 
Ev'n while in tears we sow : — 
2. O form us all, while we remain 
On earth, unto thy praise ; 
That each one fully may obtain 
jThy blessed aim thro' grace ; 
' Till we in heaven thy face shall >ce, 
May spirit, soul, and body be 
jPreserv'd by thee against that day 
Blameless, O Lord, we pray. 

Gregor. 



Conclusion. 

1000. 



(1200.) 1000. t. 159 

SING Hallelujah, praise the Lord. 
Sing with a cheerful voice ; 
Exalt our God with one accord. 
: And in his name rejoice : (host. 
Ne'er cease to sing, thon ransom V 
Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost, 
Until in realms of endless light 
Your praises shall ainite. 
2. There we to all eternity 
| Shall join the a&gelic lays, 
| And sing m perfect harmony 
To God -our Saviour's praise : 
He hath redeem'd us by his blood. 
And made us kings and priests to 

God; 
For us, for us the Lamb was slain : 
Praise ve the Lord : — 

AMEN. 

J. Swertnty 



308 



ADDITIONAL DOXOLOGIES. 



T. 14. 
LET God, the Father, and the 
And Spirit be adored, (Son, 

Where there are works to make 

him known, 
Or saints to love the Lord. 

T. 595. 
TO God the Father's throne 
Perpetual honours raise ; 
Glory to God, the eternal Son ; 
To God, the Spirit, praise. 

T.ll. 

SING we to our God above 
Praise, eternal as his love. 
Praise him, all ye heavenly host, 
Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. 

t. 585. 

GREAT Jehovah ! we adore thee, 
God the Father, God the Son, 
God the Spirit, joined in glory 
On the same eternal throne : 

Endless praises :Jj: 
To Jehovah, three in one. 



T. 14. 

TO Father, Son, and Holy Ghost 
One God, whom we adore. 
Be glory, as it was, is now, 
And shall be evermore. 

r. 595. 

GIVE God the Father praise. 
Give glory to the Son ; 
To God, the Spirit of all grace. 
Be equal honours done, 

T. 11. 

PRAISE the name of God most 

high, 
Praise him, all below the sky ; 
Praise him, O ye heavenly host — 
Father, Son, and Holy Ghost ! 

T. 16. 

NOW the Triune God confessing, 
God the Father's name adore; 
To the Son give praise and bless- 
ing : 
Bless the Spirit evermore. 



INDEX. 



A. 

NoJ 

A blessed pattern Christ our 824 

blessed sense of guilt impart 210 

cheerful confidence I feel 191 

child of God for ever pants 472 

child true happiness may 824 

country I've found 422 

dying, risen Jesus 286! 

faithful memory bestow 842; 

guilty, weak, and helpless 18 

heart, in every thought 479' 

heart, resigned, submissive, 479 

lowly mind impart to me 499 

mortal body he assum'd 571 [ 

pardon'd sinner I remain 20 

patient, a victorious mind 202 

second look he gave, which 284 

single eye, a faithful heart 453 

single mind to me impart 507 

sinner on mere mercy cast 290 

stranger and a pilgrim, I 919 

subject I of Christ my King 423 

table for me he prepares 375 

Abide with me, from morn till 902 

Above the starry sky 559 

Abram rejoiced to see his day 261 

Abundantly our Saviour's 608 

Accept, O God of our salvation 881 

us as we are, though 339 

According t*i the appointed 64 

to thy gracious 794 

Act full of godlike majesty 791 

Admit us, we pray 783 

Adored be the Lamb of God 565 

Afflicted souls, await the end 531 

Again another fleeting year 876 

as teacher of mankind 64 

we raise the strain 206 

Against the fiercest pow'rs of 20 

Agonizing in the garden 227 



No. 

Ah, come, thou most beloved 781 
could we preach in every 734 
do not of his goodness 233 
give me, Lord, myself to 456 
Lord, enlarge our scanty 295 
Lord, how apt am I to 447 
Lord, how very short I 309 
might in my behaviour 822 
might my heart a mirror 64 
remain, Ah, remain our 347 
remember me for good 247 
then my spirit faints 997 

then we feel that life 784 

whither should I go 248 

who are we, thou God of 796 
who can render thee just 150 
why am I so blest 779 

why did I so late thee 388 
Alarm'd at their successful 713 
Alas ! and did my Saviour 99 

from such a heart as 577 
I knew not what I did 284 
we own with conscious 101 
with shame, I own, that 484 
All fears and terrors, when he 243 
glory be to God on high 32 
glory power and might 277 
glory to ImmanuePs name 30 
glory to the Saviour's 200 

glory to the sovereign 556 
hail, our church's Elder 703 
his glorious work is done 132 
I ask for is, enough 594 

may of thee partake 892 

my hope and consolation 86 
my own schemes, each 437 
our days, O Jesus 439 

our woes he did retrieve ;66 
praise to thee, my God, 906 
righteousness did he fulfil 101 



INDEX. 



No. 

All self-dependance is but 643 

the bliss which we possess 365 

the merciful are blessed 418 

the pains and sorrows 1 1 5 

the pure in heart are 418 

the world give praises due 34 

they who weeping now go 67 

things were made by 261 

things with thee are 150 

those are blessed 641 

those who by a beam of 276 

thou demandest, I give up 306 

we. who are his people, 278 

who abide in faith and love 550 

who in Jesus' presence 985 

who love him, view his 962 

your children are his own 865 

Almighty God, thou sovereign 151 

God, thy word is 629 

Although a pardon'd sinner's 939 

but little we can do 315 

his medicine cause 527 

Am I longer here, midst 978 

I of my salvation 445 

Amazing grace, (how sweet 342 

Ambassadors of Christ 742 

Amen, Amen, then will in 996 

Jesus' words are true 748 

ruler of thy church 435 

thou sovereign God of 946 

yea, Hallelujah, Jesus 994 

yea, Hallelujah, Lord 365 

Amidst this world's 509 

An humble, lowly, contrite 479 

And am I, Jesus, one of those 651 

as successively we quit 617 

be it our concern to seek 404 

can it be, that I should 283 

dost thou say : ask what 590 

if I myself examine 5 

lest I should be ever led 827 

Lord, whatever grief or 827 

may the gospel's joyful 638 



And now he pleading stands 
now upon thy throne 
Oh, when I have safely 
should I longer journey 
since his name we knew 
this our joyful theme 
though in heav'n exalted 
though their bodies turn 
thus, to save our souls 
what then is Jerusalem 
when I'm to die 
when I stand before thy 
when these failing lips 
Angels from the realms of 

sing before his throne 
Anon the clouds dispart 
Another day is at an end 

harvest comes apace 
Apostles, martyrs, prophets 
Approach my soul the mercy 
Arabia's desert ranger 
Archangels left their high 
Are you form'd a creature 
Arise, and seek the things 
exert thy pow'r 
my happy soul, arise 
my spirit, bless the day 
ye, who are captive led 
Art thou not refresh'd with 
As a little child relies 

a thick cloud, let all our 
birds their infant brood 
children we are own'd by 
ground, when parch 'd 
guilty creatures could not 
his redeem 'd from this 
in tempestuous weather 
long as I have breath in 
long as Jesus Lord 
long as we on earth 
man he pities my 
Mary ador'd 
much when in the manger 



No. 
198 
378 
538 
343 
882 
333 
148 
766 
23 
644 
422 
430 
794 
40 
811 
997 
903 
885 
971 
250 
754 
193 
967 
521 
559 
20 
31 
22 
647 
164 
463 
644 
183 
564 
2 
712 
873 
556 
643 
688 
191 
397 
19! 






INDEX. 



No.j 

As oft as we enjoy this 768 j 

oft this night as my pulse 909; 

our head us move and 406 1 

pardon'd sinners we 338 

Peter replied 397 

the branches are connected 512 

the serpent rais'd by Moses 260 

Thomas with awe 397 

thy sheep — may we all thy 660 

thy will, O my Saviour 534 

'twas of old, we now may 737 1 

Ashamed of Jesus, of my God 430! 

of Jesus, of my Lord 430 

of Jesus, of that fr'nd 430 

Assist, and strengthen us, O 220 

and teach me how to 891 

Assurance of our pardon 768 

Assur'd, that Christ our King 198 

Assure my conscience of her 216 

Astonish'd at thy feet I fall 452 

at thy footstool 1 30 

At all times may we ready be 404 

all times to my spirit bear 546 

God's right hand, in 987 

his call the dead awaken 959 

his cross's foot now tarry 88 

parting from thy little fold 145 

* thy feet — at thy pierced 443 

thy through-pierced feet 976 

Attend me, Lord, in all my 919 

me through my 827 

O Saviour, to our 605 

the gospel trumpet 229 

Author and guardian of my 321 

of the whole creation 908 

Awake, and sing the song 574 

my heart, my soul 36 



my soul, and with the 886 
B. 

ftaptiz'd into his death 762 

Barren and wither'd worthless 878 

Be known to us in breaking 697 

our comfort which ne'er 327 



No. 

Be our Shepherd ev'ry day 834 
present at our table, Lord 918 
present with thy servants, 722 
present with us. Lord, our 760 
still my heart; these 542 

this my one great business 241 
this our happy destiny 516 
thou at my right hand 997 
thou my only treasure 888 
thou my pattern, let me 69 
thou my shield and 250 

thou our strength, be 379 

with me, Lord, where'er I 891 
Bear in mind, how Jesus 874 

then the reproach of 42Q 
Bearing my sins' heavy load 937 
Before him set an open door 921 
Jehovah's awful throne 756 
me place in dread 241 

my eyes of faith 282 

our Father's throne 413 
the Father's awful 381 
the heav'ns were 193 

the Three in One 188 

the world I make my 310 
thou shalt as Judge 960 
thy cross we bow with 258 
thy face, O Lord, most 152 
thy throne we now 689 
Begone unbelief, for my §43 

Behold, a great, a heav'nly 27 
at thy commanding 613 
for fallen, guilty man 182 
him, all ye that pass 106 
how he with Peter 225 
how in Gethsemane 74 
I fall before thy face 21 
my soul, thy Saviour 353 
our God incarnate 233 
the Lamb of God, who 233 
the loving Son of God 101 
the man ; he beareth 79 
the Saviour of 104 



Behold, the Saviour of the 

the streams of sacred 
the throne of grace 
thy prisoner ; loose 
to us a child is born 
us Lord, rough stones 
what love the Father 
Beholding with deep reverence 
Believing souls, rejoice and 

we rejoice 
Belov'd for Jesus* sake 
Beloved, white and ruddy 

youths, if 'tis } r our 
Beside him, we will nothing 
Besprinkle with thy blood my 
Besprinkled with thy precious 
Bestow on me a simple mind 
Bethany, O peaceful 
Beyond a doubt, I rest 

thy utmost wants 
Bid me live — bid a dying 

us call to mind thy cross 
Bless ev'ry thought and action 
me this day, Lord Jesus 
O Lord, we pray, thy 
O my soul, the God of 
us all, both old and 
Blessed are the meek in 

are the poor in spirit 
Jesus, all our hearts 
Jesus, w r e implore thee 
name of Jesus 
they, who are despised 
who without cessation 
Blessing and praise we give 

honour, glory, might 
Blessings abound where'er he 
Blest are they, supremely 
are they, who follow 
are they, who gladly 
be that sacred covenant 
he, that comes to 
inhabitants of Zion 



INDEX, 

No., No. 

98lBlest is the tie that binds 413 

97 1 is the work, O God and 622 

588 i Jesus, gracious Saviour 255 

635 j Jesus what delicious 393 

25; Saviour, condescend 147 

404; Saviour, on my soul 407 

182; soul, how sweetly dost 957 

91 Blind unbelief is sure to err 517 

129 Bliss beyond compare 312 
285 Body and soul's at thy 725 
747 Boldest foes dare never come 125 
120 i Bonds, and stripes and 429 
855 Both to the seraph and the 49 
362 Bow down, ye followers of the 681 
484 Bow'd down beneath a load 250 
910 Bread of life, Christ by whom 793 
506 Break, O break this heart of 252 
329 Breathe comfort, where 211 
426 on these bones, so 219 
588 Brethren, let us join to bless 568 
443 Bride of the Lamb, I'm one 651 
774 of the Lamb, thou 658 
888 Brought safely by his hand 542 
888 Burden'd with guilt, con vinc'd 592 
609 Buried in baptism with our 761 
569 But ah ! how faint our 929 
618 But alas! the spark how 116 
418 all who know themselves 461 
418 are there such among us 653 
432 examine first your case 775 
475 give thyself, my Jesus, 301 

62 gracious Lord, when I 452 

418 hence our confidence 101 

418 himself I must behold 390 

130 how happy is the soul 473 
174 1 I am proud and 825 
753 I shall share a glorious 624 
336 lest my feeble steps 829 
270 Oh, I'm blind and 289 
418 Oh, mv Lord, one look 451 
923 Oh, the house of living 646 

48, Oh, what orT'ring shall I 299 

640 l see, the fields are white 742 



INDEX. 

No. 

Hut since my Saviour I have 268 

since the pure in heart 331) 

since words the happiness 811 

sinners, who with pung. 270 

tears of joy must ever 573 

there's a voice of 18 

thine ail-seeing eye then 444 

thou declarest in thy 964 

thou my kind, almighty 457 

thy reviving gospel word 239 

to Mount Zion we are 625 

we can hope, thy word 721 

what gentle voice my 978 

while here I'm left 116 

while on earth I tarry 120 

who can pay that mighty 402 

why do tears, and grief 333 

will indeed Jehovah 637 

yet his mercy to man's 49 

By all the saints around his 561 

all thy grief, thy tears and 73 

all thy pains for me 947 

Christ we're screened 531 

day and night our steps 839 

faith I plunge into this 266 

faith I see the hour at 268 

faith through outward 71 

faith we claim him as our 381 

his own pow'r were all 193 

love's closest bonds united 659 

my own strength I can't 449 

sea and land, by night and 920 

these may I be warnM 13 

thine illumination 601 

this sacrament we are 776 

thy bitter agony 937 

thy reconciling love 408 

thy Spirit me reprove 247 

thy Spirit's light 203 

various maxims, forms, and 268 

C. 

Calvary's mournful mountain 113 

Can a woman's tender care 401 



No. 

Can any ill distress my heart 181 

we thy triumphs e'er 143 

Cast thy burden on the Lord 535 

Cause all disharmony and 220 

Cease, ye pilgrims, cease to 973 

Chastise me, when I do amiss 444 

Cheer thy chosen witnesses, 603 

Cherish us with kindest care 406 

Chief of ten thousand, now 619 

Children of God lack nothing 163 

of God look up and 133 

of God who walk by 200 

of the heavenly 421 

Chosen flock thy faithful 679 

Christ being risen from the 135 

by his blood aton'd for 761 

crucified, my soul by 477 

how are thy people 817 

is our Master, Lord and 714 

is risen from the dead 945 

is the vine, we branches 510 

Jesus is that, precious 757 

Jesus once to death 127 

my Redeemer, Lord 374 

?ny Rock, my sure 945 

our ever blessed 429 

shall the banquet 716 

the good Shepherd, !5 

the Lord, the Lord 37 

the true paschal Lamb 285 

thy all-atoning death 652 

thy flock doth hunger 787 

thy wounds and bitter 86 

whose glory fills the 205 

Christians are not here below 424 

dismiss your fear 131 

Church of Christ be glad 657 

of Christ sing and 654 

of Christ thy 656 

who art arrayed 675 

Circumcise our sinful hearts 66 

Cleanse me, O Lord — my 717 

Closely by love's sacred bands 945 



Closely I'll follow Christ with 
join'd to thee our 

Cloth'd in thy righteousness 

Cold is my love ; hence sin 
mountains and the 

Come, all ye souls, by sin 
approach to Jesus' 
blessed Spirit, gracious 
faithful Shepherd bind 
HolyGhost, come Lord 
HolyGhost eternal 
HolyGhost inspire my 
HolyGhost my soul 
HolyGhost our souls 
HolyGhost the Sav'r's 
HolyGhost with Jesus 
Holy Spirit, come 
Holy Spirit onus 
let us join our cheerful 
Lord, and warm each 
lowly souls, that 
my soul, thy suit 
near, and bless us, 
O my fellow sinners 
O my soul and sing 
saith thy bride, who 
sinners, come, though 
sinners, Jesus will 
sinners, to the gospel 
sinners to your 
sinners view theincar. 
sinners view the Lamb 
soon, O come 
then, and take this 
then, and to my soul 
then ye needy sinners, 
thou divine Interpreter 
thou universal blessing 
to me, saith the Lord 
to the living waters, 
weary souls, with sin 
with thy saving 
worship at Immanuel's 



INDEX. 

No. 
651 
406 
245 1 
242; 

69 
229 
778 
210 
445 
208 
220 
380 
224 
218 
170 
786 
212 
216 
570 
990 
767 
589 
902 
235 
818 
936 
225 

24 
229 
230 

25 
100 
977 
833 
282 
101 
3 

52 
236 
231 
237 
593 
207 



Come, ye redeemed of the 
ye sinners, poor and 
yc that heavy laden 
ye weary, heavy laden 
Command thy blessing from 
thy blessing in this 
thy blessing Jesus, 
Commit thou every grievance 
Communing with the Lamb 
Compassion for man's fallen 
Complete thy work, and 

thy work, my grac's 
Conceal'd amid the gathering 
Concern'd for more grace 
Confiding in thy name 
Conquering Lord, to heav'n 
Convince us first of unbelief 
us of our sin 
us that the Lamb 
Could I exalt thee worthily 
I with him spend all 
we bear from one 
we sinners fully tell 
we tune our hearts and 
Counsel and deed are one 
me, dearest Jesus 
Countless hosts before God's 
Creatures with all their 
Cross, reproach, and 

D. 
Daily to Jesus we'll look up 
Dark and cheerless is the 
Day nor night, never let ns 

of judgment ! day of 
Dead to the world, when I'm 
Dear Jesus, every smile of 
Jesus, when I think on 
Lord, accept a sinful 
Lord my soul desireth 
Lord thy sovereign aid 
Lord when I trace 
Lord while we adoring 
Saviour, bless us from 



No. 

30 
227 
225 
227 
626 
626 
626 
157 
324 

98 
302 
449 
272 
313 
951 
974 
210 
212 
219 
382 
398 
377 
811 

78 
150 
933 
986 
151 
429 

843 
205 
1 
959 
904 
992 
393 
448 
482 
298 
345 
349 
617 



INDEX. 

No. 

Dear Saviour I resign 292 

Saviour let thy powerful 237 

Shepherd of thy chosen 613 

Shepherd of thy people 638 

Dearest Jesus, come to me 394 

Jesus, in this world 351 

Saviour, we adore 260 

Deep, in unfathomable mines 517 

Deeply conscious of 709 

convinc'd of sin, I cry 437 

Delivered from this mortal 970 

Desponding soul, thou needst 518 

Destroy, O Lord, the carnal 305 

Devoutly yield thyself to God 876 

Did but Jesus' love and merit 399 

ever mourner plead with 547 

ever trouble thee befall 542 

I meet no trials here 529 

the Lord a man become 58 

Didst thou, Lord Jesus me 296 

thou not in our flesh 282 

Direct, control, suggest this 886 

Dismiss us with thy blessing 632 

Distracting thoughts and 628 

Do thou with faith discharge 158 

Doth howe'er in my frail 441 

Draw me, a sinner, unto thee 225 

me O Father, to the 189 

near to Jesus' table 789 

Due obedience thou didst 832 

Dust and ashes though we be 270 

Dwell therefore in our hearts 212 

E. 
Each moment draw from 298 

Early hasten to the tomb 113 

Earthly affections mortify 484 
things do not regard 535 
Earth's glory to inherit 389 

Easy to be entreated, mild 866 
Eat and rest, at this great feast 770 
Eden, from each flowery bed 77 
E'er since by faith I saw the 112 
Effulgence of the light divine 202 
Embrace us in thy tender 839 



No- 

Endow all parents with thy 864 

him with a heav'nly 921 

Engrave this deeply in my 402 

Enjoy then with the church, 712 

Enrich me always with thy 891 

Enter his gates with thankful 756 

Ere I close my eyes in 908 

we know our lost 259 

we taste the rich repast 770 

Eternal are thy mercies, Lord 758 

gates their leaves 138 

Sun of righteousness 614 

thanks be thine 355 

Every island, sea and 962 

Everywhere, with shoutings 740 

Evidence by word and action 659 

| Evil and few, as Jacob says 946 

Ev'n now to our expecting 988 

Exalted on his glorious 268 

F. 

I Fain would I, dear Redeemer 6 

would I my J^ord 502 

would I think on all 322 

Fainting beneath the cross's 80 

Faith comes by hearing God's 262 

in the only sacrifice 592 

is thy gift, thou 274 

on Christ's declaration 789 

Faithful Lord, my only joy 724 

souls, their Saviour's 877 

to thee I now engage 293 

Faithfully thy Spirit me 440 

Fall at his cross's foot 103 

Far from the world, O Lord, 321 

Farewell, henceforth for ever 933 

world, thy gold is 107 

Father, behold thy son 185 

fix my soul on thee 500 

God, thy love we 555 

I want a thankful 456 

in us thy Son reveal 628 

of all, almighty Lord 187 

of angels and of men 173 

of boundless grace 747 



INDEX. 



No. 

Father of eternal grace 184 

of Jesus Christ our 763 

of Jesus Lord of all 166 

of mercies, condescend 92 1 

of the congregation 168 i 

to thy sinful child 291' 

whate'er of earthly 5911 

Fear not; for this is he 103 j 

not without reserve 468 

First let us duly count the 425, 

Firstborn of many brethren, 295 

Fix, O fix our wav'ring mind 270 

on that face thine eye 103 [ 

thy temple, Saviour, in 860; 

Fix'd on this ground will I 266 ! 

Fixing all our thoughts 934 

Flesh I bear, and therefore 945 j 

Flock of Christ, in fellowship 600 i 

of Christ, with exultat'n 806 1 

of Jesus, be united 409 ! 

Foes are round us, but we 421 j 

Follow to the judgment hall 113 1 

Food, to which the world's a 12; 

Fools never raise their 624 j 

For all put in authority 610 \ 

all who wait upon the 857 

ever he abides the same 465 

ever here my rest shall be 92 ; 

ever then remain engrav'd 352 1 

ever with the Lord; Amen, 997 ; 

ever with the Lord; Fath'r 997; 

food he gives his flesh 8181 

he thy case doth 518; 

him shall endless pray'r 753 

him shall pray'r unceas'g 754 1 

mercies countless as the 577 j 

mercy, mercy, Lord, I ask 455; 

our transgressions thou 109 j 

should I e'er so faithful 277! 

that blessed day 853 \ 

the joy he set before thee 955 1 

the Lamb of God 657 j 

thee he hangs, my soul, 573] 



No. 

For thee O may I freely count 402 

For there thou choosest 641 

these our God hath 643 

this I'm longing 641 

this let men revile my 718 

thou art gracious, wise 501 

thou within no walls 613 

thy death, thou art 347 

us to heav'n thou didst 145 

we have learn'd to love 846 

we through grace are 281 

we unworthy as we are 880 

when their feeble hands 828 

worthless me, O godlike 117 

you the healing current 235 

Forbid, O Lord, each vain 447 

Forgive me, Lord, for thy 906 

the follies of our times 611 

Fountain of mercy, God of 883 

Free from the noisy, busy 361 

Friend of my soul, O how 334 

of the friendless and 547 

From all anxiety and dread 819 

all that dwell below the 758 

busy scenes we now 619 

Greenland's icy 755 

him descends a beam of 310 

him true heav'nly life 340 

life and grace, (this we 263 

my own works at last I 450 

sorrow, toil and pain 413 

the doctrines I'll ne'er 5 

the provisions of thy 154 

thee I am, through thee 156 

their being join'd in one 403 

this very day 515 

thy holy habitation 692 

thy majestic throne 678 

vanity, turn off my eyes 488 

various cares my heart 546 

year to year, while we 83d 

Gentle is the coercion 495 



INDEX. 

No. i 



Gethsemane can I forget 
Give deep humility ; the 
God the Father praise 
grace, that as brethren 
me a calm and thankful 
me grace in all 
me grace to walk with 
me thy heart, my son ! 
me thy strength, God 
me to read my pardon 
these, and then thy 
to my eyes repenting 
to our God immortal 
to the Lord of Lord's 
to the winds thy fears 
us an humble, active 
us ourselves, and Christ 
Gladly our own poor works 
Gloomy thoughts must 
Glorious things of thee are 
Glory and obedience 

in the highest be 
to God, who safe hath 
to God whose witness 
to our great Creator 
to the Father give 
to the Father, Who in 
to the holy Ghost 
to the Son we bring 
unto Jesus be 
unto Jesus, The man 
Go, all ye wise, without 
forth, in spirit, go 
my soul, go, every day 
then earthly fame and 
to dark Gethsemane 
up with shouts of praise 
witness of the suffering 
ye flattering visions 
God and man indeed 

be prais'd ! they who 
be prais'd ; tho' in 
hath laid up in heav'n 



No, 
794 1 God holy Ghost, to thee we 166 
592 God, holy Spirit, now impart 7 
1006 j in Israel sows the seeds 529 

726 j in man's death takes no 266 

591 1 is mighty to deliver 536 

414| is my salvation 549 

440 J is my Saviour and my 520 

300 moves in a mysterious 517 

7181 never yet mistakes hath 557 

590' of all grace, we come to 592 

59*2 of my life, on thee I call 547 

388 omnipotent Creator 893 

153 rais'd him up, when he 128 

153; reveals his presence; let 558 

162 1 reveals his pres. whom 558 

842| ruleth in heaven, 567 

210! who art love, the same 494 

564 j whom we serve, our 431 

549 j with us : God appears 63 

640 1 God's holy word, which ne'er 2 
171 j only Son — stupendous 380 

847 j Grace, and a sensation 438 

886 1 and peace, from God, 686 

431 grace — O that's a 278 

46; how exceeding. great 

8471 is the only wish'Jand 

171 'Gracious Father, bless this 



847 
847! 
132 J 
171! 
423^ 
103; 
125! 
428 
113 
142' 
743 j 



278 
276 
686 
660 



Lord ! Blessed is 
Lord ! I wish alone 303 
Lord ! may we 652 

Lord ! our Sheph'd 679 
Lord! who by thy 418 
Lord ! with one 699 

Redeemer, Jjamb of 465 
Redeemer, thou hast 395 
Redeemer, who for 373 
Saviour, bless thy 
Saviour, mov'd by 



503' Grant. Lord, that with thy 



192, 
139! 
481 i 
993 



Lord to thy congreg. 
me a deeper hold on 
me o harmless, 



603 
53 
410 
659 
271 
5£8 



me an upright, simple 598 



INDEX. 
No. 



Oram me but this firm faith 779 
me hut this thou great 852 
me steadiness 203 

me that meek anrl 64 

me the grace, while I 97 
me the indubitable seal 224 
most gracious Lamb of 303 
that all of us may 471 

that I may henceforth 462 
that we may love thee 487 
that with thy chosett 655 
then, that I may 964 

these requests, I ask $ig 590 
thy comforts to my 34 

unto us continually 838 
us, and all our childr'n 864 
us, in meekness to 404 

us, resignation 558 

us to obey 209 

we, impelled by thy 728 

Cireat defects are still revealed 877 
God, as seasons 8-85 

Highpriest, we view 81 
is the harvest, truly 737 
is the hidden mystery 25 
Jehovah, we adore 1004 
the feast, to which 792 

Grounded on thy Saviour's 659 
H. 

Had I an angel's heavenly 573 
we angels' tongues 167 

we nought, nought 935 

Hadst thou not sought me 376 

Hail, all hail victorious Lord 136 
Alpha and Omega hail 267 
Church of Christ, 651 

First and Last, thou 267 
Lamb once slain, thy 560 
the heav'n born prince 41 
thou wond'rous infant 38 
to the Lord's Anointed 754 
your dread Lord and 196 

Hallelujah, praise be given 480 



No. 
922 
344 
115 
770 
955 
852 



Hallow'd to thee be every 
Happiness, delightful name 
Happy meditation 

race of witnesses 

soul, thy days are 

the children who are 

the childr. whobetim's 851 

the man, whose 501 

the souls, to Jesus 991 

the souls who contrite 281 

thrice happy hour of 822 

Hark! his dying word : 107 

how he groans, while 104 

my soul ! it is the 401 

O my soul, what sing 337 

the glad sound, the 57 

the herald angels sing 41 

the trump of God is 961 

Has he not tended us, and 557 

Haste glorious day, expected 749 

my Beloved, fetch my 992 

thee on, from grace to 428 

then, O Lord, to thee 455 

Hath tie joinM us to the 478 

Have we thro' dangerous 526 

you no words 1 Ah ! 595 

| He as a poor, mean child 32 

ascended up on high 139 

blesseth me so sensibly 398 

bore the curse of all 358 

i>uilt the earth, he spread 153 

calls us brethren, not 566 

came to seek and save the 24 

comes, from thickest 57 

comes the broken heart to 57 

comes the prisoners to 57 

ever lives, to intercede 149 

every where hath way 162 

fills the sun with morning 153 

freely laid his majesty 243 

fulfitl'd all righteousness 66 

grants us, for our tears 265 

guides my soul to living 375 



INDEX. 
No. 



He has dearly bought my soul 
hath himself the keys 
hath with a pledge of 
having triumph'd over 
help'd his saints in ancient 
his mercy doth remember 
in the days of feeble flesh 
is. and shall remain our 
is as long as life shall last 
is mine, and I am his 
is the head ; each member 
is the rock; how firm he 
is the sun of righteousness 
is the vine ; his heavenly 
keeps his own secure 
knows the hours for joy 
laid his glory by 
left his bright, his glorious 
left his Father's throne 
left his radiant throne on 
loves and values me I him 
meekly all our sorrows 
ne'er shall weep more 
pardon'd me, like 
prospers all his servant's 
rests now in peace 
rises, who mankind has 
sees us willing slaves 
sent his son, with power 
shall come down like 
shows me, how from him 
sings now above 
speaks, and listening to 
that confides in his 
\hat hath help'd me 
the Mighty, he the Holy 
took such in his arms on 
turn'd to me in tenderness 
was offer'd on the tree 
wash'd away my ev'ry 
who in self-righteousness 
who is by Christ directed 
who Jesus' mercy knows 



No. 

107 He who nought but Christ 504 
131 who rules both heav'n and 33 
776 i who striveth for 473 

130 j who unto his flesh and 819 
650 will present our souls 575 

861 Head and Ruler of thy 707 

149 of thy church, behold 682 

643 of thy congregation 680 

938 Heal me, O my soul's 84 

392 us, Immanuel here we 272 

207 Hear him, ye deaf; his praise, 572 
207 I not the golden harps 978 

207 my requests, O Lord, 520 

207 j O Jesus, my complaints 252 

188 O Lord, a parent's 865 

158 the joint petition 464 

198 ye sinners, peace and 44 

27 Heav'nly Father, to whose 594 
283 joy and holy 777 

349 Heav'ns kingdom none shall 759 
927 He'll never quench the 149 

22 Help thy servant to maintain 594 
853 us thy pleasure to fulfil 187 

135 Henceforth myself to thee I 359 
713 Here all our wants are well 790 
853 j am I, blushing, weeping 94 

1341 are we richly fed 676 

198 1 by Jesus' precious blood 982 

153 j come I, my Shepherd, 540 

754| doth the Lord of life 105 

4491 I behold as in a glass 105 

853| I forget my cares and 100 

572 j I would forever stay [368 

158 ! I'll sit forever viewing 363 

542 i in constant, quick 532 

86 1| in the body pent 997 

953 in thy presence we 7 

20 j is a pasture, rich and 332 

246; is an ensign on a hill 105 

20 islove divine portrayed 874 

775 isthe place, where 117 

504 ! it is good for us to be 796 

775 it is I find my heaven 363 



INDEX. 
No. 



Here lies in death's embraces 120 

man} 7 faithful souls are 713 

may we prove the pow'r 613 

mercy's boundless ocean 237 

more than Tabor's 796 

my Sabbath is completed 122 

on earth, here on earth 935 

pardon, life and joy 380 

saithourkind, redeeming 785 

stands the promise fair 588 

we now most humbly 770 

when thy messengers 

when thy people seek 

will I stay, and gaze 

will I stay engaged in 

Here's a task, may parents 

my claim, and here 

Hereto we cheerful say : Amen 733 

He's full of grace and truth 243 

merciful and kind 

my God, my flesh and 

Hidden from all ages past 

in Christ, the 
High in the heav'ns, eternal 

on his everlasting 

Highest King and Priest 

Highty favour'd church thou 654 

favor'd cong., Founded855 

favor'd cong., Lov'd 659 

High priest of thy church 

on thee I call 

Him I shall see, whose 

in all my works I seek 

in his glorious realms 

to know, is life and peace 320 

His arm supports the sky 43 

blest people still on earth 961 

blood thy cause will plead 103 

blood which did for you 138 

body is dead 853 

boundless years can neer 160 

church is still his joy and 133 

eve the world at once 7 1 3 



637 
637 
105 
117 
865 
77 



265 
351 
116 

289 
154 
713 

203 



670 I 

2041 
981 1 
320 j 
991 ! 



No. 

His goodness and his mercies 375 

grace subdues the pow'r 572 

holy name for ever be 135 

holy Spirit we receive 276 

looks of grace insure 398 

love in times past me 543 

love is mighty to compel 229 

love what angel's thought 349 

loving heart we open see 819 

mercy claims our highest 681 

mercy every sinner claims 837 

meritorious industry 843 

name, his nature soar 43 

presence fills eaeh heart 984 

presence sweetens all our 650 

purposes will ripen fast 517 

redeem'd his praise show 132 

resurrection's pow'r divine 128 

sovereign power, without 756 

Spirit cheers my spirit 519 

Spirit is the sovereign 519 

Spirit purifies the heart 264 

suffering 4 have delivered 957 

thorns and nails pierce 100 

words with due attention 425 

wounds are open 234 

Hither each afflicted soul 775 

from earth's remotest 988 

sinners, all repair 116 

Ho! every one, that thirsts, 231 

ye needy, come, and 227 

Holy awe pervades my heart 139 

holy, holy, sings the 932 

inviolate thy fear 13 

Lamb and Prince of 419 

Lord! Bv thy body 119 

Lord ! Holy knd 1 

Spirit, we adore thee 168 

Trinity 167 

Honor to the Almighty 170 

Hosahna our glad voices 846 

to the royal Son 48 

to the 66o 201 



INDEX. 

No. 



Hosanna to their heavenly King 637 
How amiable ! 641 

are thy servants blest, O 746 
bitter the cup, none can 543 
blest am I, most gracious 334 
blest when we can say 976 
bright appears the morn'g 310 
bright these glorious spir. 984 
can a sinner here below 472 
can I view the slaughter'd 366 j 
condescending 'tis, that 533 
could I bear to be partak. 490 
couldst thou love such 379 
doth the old corruption 444 
eager are my thoughts 448 
glad am I, that I have 947 
great and wondrous was 127 
great at last my joy will 433 
great our joy will be 998 
great the bliss, to be a 332 
greatly doth my soul rej. 972 
greatly he forgiveness 46 1 
happy feels a contrite 135 
happy we, when guilt 526 
heart-affecting Christ to 845 
highly blest, how happy 331 
highly favor'd had I been 91 
is Jesus' sacred soul opp. 78 
is my soul delighted 353 
lost was my condition 286 
much better thou'rt att. 914 
much we're lov'd by God 387 
needful strictly to enquire 459 
pleasant is love's harm'y 41 1 
pleasant is our lot. howg. 333 
precious are thy tho'ts 339 
precious is the book div, 10 
sad our slate by nature is 18 
shall a young man cleanse 856 
<hall an infant pilgrim 829 
shall I follow him I serve 420 
shall I meet my Saviour 26 
should I live in constant 946 
23 



No. 

How soon, when Satan tempts 449 

sweet, how heavenly is 412 

sweet the name of Jesus 59 

sweet the precious gospel 573 

sweet thy dwellings Lord 645 

sweet to leave the world 619 

sweetly this our brother 954 

the blood, which from 777 

vast is here display'd 779 

very weak I am 292 

wretched they, who still 24 

However weak and helpless 371 

Human reason is too shallow 777 

Humble, holy, all resigned 184 

Humbly to keep the door 642 

Hunger and thirst are felt no 984 

thirst, disease unkn'n 983 

Hungry and thirsty after thee 317 

and thirsty, faint and 697 

Hush, dear child, lie still and 914 

I. 

I am a little child you see 833 

am a poor sinner 438 

am assured, nor life, nor 936 

am the chief of sinners, yea 376 

and my house will serve 866 

ask not honor, pomp or praise 493 

confess, Lord, with deep 440 

confidently do believe 190 

I deliver' d thee when bound 401 

j do not praise my lab'ring 156 

l fall at thy feet 345 

| feel how much in debt I am 356 

| feel the load of sin so vast 245 

i fully am assured 353 

| give myself to thee anew 462 

; give thee thanks unfeigned 82 

! gladly will show forth thy 447 

hear th' enraptur'd song 976 

j I, and my transgressions 83 

know that nought in me 437 

know the weakness of my 465 

' look to Golgotha 354 



INDEX, 

No. 



I love his people and their ways 840 
love his tears and suff 'rings 840 
love mountCalvary, where his 840 
love the Lord ; he lent an ear 359 
love theLord ; who died tor me 840 
love to hear, that he was slain 840 
love to think, the time will 840 
may not to thy courts repair 635 
must the fair example set 866 
thee adore, my gracious King 293 
now believe ; in thee 248 

now my soul and frail abode 905 
now wish to be 345 

once was wh. dead in s. And 444 
once was wh.dead in s. Wholly 293 
open heart and soul to thee 781 
<>wn, the fault is mine 397 

plead thy rich promise : O give 540 
saw One hanging on a tree 284 
see him in the garden 353 

see him lead a suffering life 268 
see him look with pity down 268 
see his countenance denied 80 
see his hands k feet extended 80 
see my Saviour kneeling, 73 

see my Saviour languish 79 

tell the hours, and days, and 936 
thank thee, gracious Lord, 35 
thank thee, that in mercy thou 302 
thank thee with sincerest 376 
trust my guilt was done away 251 
unworthy sinner 357 

view the Lamb in his own 282 
■will a little pilgrim be 841 

will my heart to thee resign 841 
will rejoice in God my Savior 50 
will sing to my Creator 155 

wish, as faithful Christians do 493 
with sacred sorrow 357 

with the fallen human race 20 
would go from pole to pole 137 

If any thing in us appears 472 
asked, hast thou already 495 



No. 

If ought should tempt my soul 538 

babes so many years ago 828 

but his arm support us still 431 

Christ is mine, then all is 341 

done to obey thy laws 892 

early thou wilt take me hence 833 

father, mother, children, wife 425 

he all my wants supplied 523 

he his grace on us confer 843 

he is mine, I need not fear 341 

he is mine, let friends forsake 34 1 

he is mine, then tho' he frown 34 1 

he is mine, unharm'd I pass 341 

he shed his precious blood 523 

my sin's burd. would oppress 334 

on our daily course our mind 894 

once the plough in hand we 425 

one member honored be 406 

questioned by thee 313 

the Lord protect me 549 

there's a fervor in my soul 318 

thou, O Comforter 212 

thou should'st quickly end 764 

thou thro' thorny paths wilt 334 

thou wilt have me longer 833 

to Jesus for relief 523 

to Jesus they appeal 336 

to me experience had not 364 

unto us our friends are good 837 

with willing resignation 536 

wounded love mybosom swell 538 

yet while pardon may be 964 

I'll be like Magdalen at thy feet 244 

bless thee, and thou shalt 739 

glory in nothing, but only 391 

go with thee my Saviour 79 

make thy wond'rous dying 826 

never cease repeating 288 

praise thee with my heart 557 

spare all needless thinking 534 

speak the honors of thy n'me 61 

trust my great physician's 527 

weep, whene'er he's not to 3D6 



WDEX. 

No. 



Fin lost in wonder and amaze 74 
often stubborn, vain and 824 
overcome with humb.sh'me 361 
Iromanuel, incarnate God 36 

our Brother now 929 
to thee we sing 35 
Immanuel's meritorious tears 67 
Impart to us that needful good 839 
Impress this truth upon my 274 
thy wounds upon my 444 
Imprint thine image on my 825 
In a moment stands before us 279 
age and feebleness extreme 941 
all distress to him I cry 533 
all I think, or speak, or do 71 
all our griefs he takes ash. 149 
all wants, in all distresses 656 
all we do, constr'ed by love 128 
anguish thou complairiest 79 
ceaseless happiness they v. 852 
; childhood and in youth 882 
conversation be siucere 886 
converse make me tractable 598 
darkest shades, if thou app. 896 
darkness we stray'd 209 

darkness willingly I stray'd 388 
death's dark valley tho' I 887 
duties and in sufferings too 72 
each heart, O fix thy dwl'g 662 
every pang, that rends the 141 
every tempting, trying hour 921 
evil long I took delight 284 
fine spotless linen dress'd 982 
foreign realms and lands 746 
heav'n and earth, who is like 689 
him complete I shine 358 j 

him I trust for evermore 277 1 
holy writ it is avow'd 261 j 

humble grateful lays 5861 

Jesus' love and peace 671; 

joyful hymns of praise 580 ; 

manifested love explain 2821 
mercy. Lord, remember me 907 j 
.mercy, Lord, this grace bes, 728 1 



No. 

n midst of dangers, fears, and 746 
my body when restor'd 945 

my distress, I rais'd with f. 556 
my forlorn condition, thou 353 
my forlorn conditon, who 288 
my Saviour's intercession 544 
our short warfare here bel. 734 
peace will J lie down to sleep 909 
pity look upon my need 239 
purest love their souls unite 862 
search of empty joys below 231 
strains of wo our songs shall 121 
temptation may we firmly 860 
that most dark and doleful 769 
that most precious river cl. 825 
the grave for me he lay 139 
the hope of all this joy 961 
the hour of dark temptation 12 
the lonely house of mourn'g 414 
the name of Jesus Christ 711 
the Redeemer, as my Head 262 
thee I live, and move, and 156 
thee I trust by faith 354 

thee O Christ, is all my h. 245 
thee we trust for ever 596 

these our days exalt thy gr. 733 
thine image, Lord, thou 14 

this humble happy frame 496 
this sepulchral Eden 120 

this vain and wretched w'ld 865 
this world so full of snares 868 
thy blest kingdom we shall 627 
thy death is all my trust 116 
thy family, O Jesus 655 

thy garden here below 511 

thy grace my children keep 865 
thy love and knowledge, 514 
thy most precious blood 292 
thy righteousness array'd 66 
thy wounds, O Jesus 357 

us, and round about us sh'e 639 
want, my plentiful supply 323 
weakness, pow'r divine he 50 1^ 
wisdom infinite thou art 151 



INDEX. 

No. 

Incarnate God, exert thy pow'r 27 Jesus 

Incline thine ear in favour 706 i 

Infinite source, whence all did 29 j 

Inflam'd with zeal, 'twas thy 72 j 

Into the bosom of our Friend 648 

Is crucified for me and you 106: 

Is God my strong salvation 519 

good in contemplation 495 j 

there a thing beneath the 297] 

there a thing that moves 337 1 

this our high calling, harm. 415! 

Israel's seed from slavery freed 770 

It also shows God's boundless 2 

caus'd thee pain, O Son of 293 

gathers God's elected flock 2 

is not nature's sleep 691! 

keeps believers in the faith 2 

leads straight thro' this w'ld 829 

makes the wounded spirit 59 ! 

speaks, a ransom'd world 691 

sweetly cheers our drooping 10 

tells of joys to come 691 1 

J. 

Jehovah founded it in blood 644' 

in thy person show 282 

is thy name 199 

J erusalem, my happy home, My 97 1 j 

my h.home, Name 971; 

the church above 970 1 

Jesus, above all else I'll love 273 j 

all our souls inspire 403 j 

and didst thou bleed for 102 j 

and shall it ever be 430 

as water well applied 763, 

at my dissolution 84 

at thy blest appearing 974; 

by thy Holy Spirit 487; 

Christ, thou leading star 424| 

cometh to fulfil 80 lj 

cur'd my soul's infection 294; 

for thy faithful leading 877 

God of our salvation 704! 

grant me to inherit 414 

great Highpriest of our 707 



No- 
hear my fervent cry 303 
hear my supplication 28 
hear our fervent pray'r 606 
hear our pray'r 913 

hear our supplication 672 
how great was thy desire 771 
I humbly thee implore 499 
I love thy charming name 61 
I my cross have taken 428 
in thee may we abide 857 ; 
is become at length 616 

is my joy 312, 

is my light most fair 390 
is the loveliest name 33 

is worthy to receive 570 
knit all our souls to thee 700 
lo, to thee we bow 568 

Lord, most great and 418 
Lord of life and glory 780 
Lord of the creation 777 
lover of my soul 55S 

makes my heart rejoice 808 
my all in all thou art 323 
my all, my highest good 550 
my all, to heav'n is gone 140 
my highest treasure 389 
my King, thy kind and 331 
my Lord, my God 199 

my only God and Lord 550 
my Saviour,full of grace 317 
my Shepherd, Sav'r, Fr'd 59 
O may we thee obey 683 
our glorious Head and 276 
our guardian, guide and 548 
our highpriest and our 148 
Redeemer of mankind 379 
seek thy wand'ring sheep 247 
shall reign, where'er the 753 
source of gladness 549 

source of my salvation 85 
thatcondescendingKing 831 
th' almighty Son of God 23 
the childrens' dearest 838 
the Church's Lord and 470 



Jesus, the hindrance show 

the Lord, our Shepherd 
the name that charms 
the rock, on which I build 
the whole creation 'sHead 
thee alone I call 
thee I view in spirit 
their work delighted sees 
thou art my heart's delig't 
thou art my King,Praises 
thou art my King,To me 
thou fain would 'st have 
thou hast reveal'd 
thou source of calm 
thou source of life, impart 
thy dying love 
thy feast we celebrate 
thy interceding blood 
thy light again I view 
thy love exceeds by far 
thy word is my delight 
thyself to us reveal 
to thee I bow 
to thee our souls we 
to thy garden lead us 
we lift our souls to thee 
we look up to thee 
when in majesty 
when thy blessings 
where'er thy people meet 
who art the Tree 
who died, is now 
who died theworld to save 
who for me hast died 
who is always near 
who pass'd the angels 
who to save hast pow'r 
who with thee 
whose hands once pierc'd 
will I never leave 
wipes away their tears 
yieldeth up his spirit 
yields me delectation 

Jesus' body once interred 



INDEX. 

No. No. 

248 Jesus' bride, his congregation 778 
837 death thy strength abid. 656 

572 life of grief and sorrows 974 

59 love unbounded 439 

560 mercies never fail 916 

394 name, Source of life and 63 

84 sufferings were for me 979 

713 John's portion so blest 313 

309 Join earth and heav'n to bless 358 
204 his church in this conf 'n 656 

196 to render thanks & praises 86 1 

485 Join'd in one spirit to our h'd 923 

335 Joy divine, and heav'nly peace, 694 

202 for thy torments we receive 98 
803 Joyful all ye nations rise 41 
354 Judge me now, my God and 966 
773 not the Lord by feeble 517 
878 Justice and truth maintain 196 
299 K. 
378 Keep thou me, a feeble child 419 

8 Kings shall fall down before 754 
485 Knowing, as I am known 997 
358 Known to thee, whose eyes are 252 
842 L. 

81 Lamb of God beloved 357 

764 of God display the virtue 441 

408 of God I look to thee 832 

34 of God my Saviour 118 

438 of God once wounded 171 

613 of God thou shalt rem. 78 

204 of God thus dearest 115 

147 of God thy precious 360 

133 of God who thee receive 270 

511 once slain for sinners 975 

1 37 once slain my Redeemer 119 

929 Lead me not, for flesh is frail 594 
812 us so, that we may honor 487 

203 Leader of faithful souls, and 875 
337 Leave to his sovereign sway 162 
392 Let all with love and filial fear 187 

336 all your lamps be bright 716 
974; Christ assure me, he is 341 
294j every creature rise and 753 
D74 i every tribe and every tongue 200 • 



INDEX. 



No. 

Let fall thy rod of terror 750 

God the Father and the 1001 
hearts and tongues unite 882 
him that is thirsty, encour. 540 
human arts make others 6 

me above all fulfil 832 

me by faith behold thy face 393 
me dwell on Golgotha 107 
me in all things conqueror 477 
me my weary mind recline 546 
me neither faint nor fear 594 
me perceive thy friendly 389 
mercy pardon all our crim's 187 
my life and conversation 893 
neither honors, pomp, nor 507 
no false comfort lift us up 211 
not conscience make you 227 
not temptation us befall 187 
not the foe of Christ and 629 
not the world's deceitful 629 
not your heart be faint 691 
nothing in our minds have 835 
our mutnal love be fervent 684 
the false raptures of the 4 

the minds of all our youth 618 
the sweet hope that thou 591 
the sweet work of prayer 837 
the whole earth his pow'r 569 
the world despise and leave 428 
these, O God, my soul 13 

thy cross my will control 502 
thy pow'r divine, we pray 812 
thy presence go with me 732 
us call to mind with joy 982 
us for each other care 408 
us from all our sins be 786 
us raise our minds above 945 
us stand ready, let each 858 
us things excellent discern 842 
us upon his word 631 

us walk the narrow way 967 
us watch and pray and 48 

Life deriving from thy death 270 
thou diedst for me 203 



No> 

Lift up thy heart to him on 521 

up thy pierced hands most 664 

your hearts and voices high 33 

Light in thy light, O may we 614 

Like her, with hopes and fears 272 

Mary at her Saviour's 859 

mighty, rushing wind 217 

the king of Salem 787 

Living faith, with clearest vis. 259 

Lo ! glad I come, and thou 140 

he cometh, countless 962 

he lays his glory by 41 

on a narrow neck of land 241 

theincar. God asc., Pleads 874 

theincar.God,&c.,Vent're 227 

these are they, from suff. 984 

this is the race 422 

we fall down with filial 371 

Long ere the lofty skies were 160 

I strove my God to love 246 

my imprison'd spirit lay 283 

Look down in pity and forgive 830 

up, my soul, to him 798 

on me ; see each painful 443 

unto him, ye nations, 572 

up and see; ye nations, 111 

up my soul, to Christ, 521 

Lord, arm me with thy spirit's 299 

at my dissolution 82 

at thy feet amaz'd we 738 

by thy flesh the soul is 768 

by the power of thy death 795 

by thy Spirit us prepare 733 

Christ reveal thy holy 612 

come dwell within us 558 

conform us to thy death 66 

dismiss us with thy bles. 634 

do not in displeasure hide 520 

dost thou suffer thus for 74 

each evil temper cure 486 

for thy coming us prep. 969 

forgive me, day by day 291 

God Almighty, ceaseless 152 

God the Holy Ghost 2 IT 



INDEX. 

No. 
Lord, God thy praise we sing 554 j Lord 
grant me thy protection 82! 
grant me thy salvation 79 j 
grant thy benediction 873 
grant thy servants grace 723; 
grant us a forgiving mind 404 
grant us though deeply 726 
had I of thy love 385 

have mercy on each land 719 1 
how divine thy comforts 785 
I am vile, conceiv'd in 21 j 
I approach thy mercy 239 
I believe, thou hast prep. 1 12 
I cannot, must not rest 502 
I despair myself to heal 450 
I feel a carnal mind 502 
[ have pass'd another day 830 
I look back, to see 285 

I look for grace to thee 486 
I my vows to thee renew 7 886 
Jesus, I pray 313 

I will not let thee go 589 
if thou didst the wish 866 
if thou thy grace impart 500 
in every sore oppression 86 
in the day thou art about 156 
in the morning when I 898 
in thy name we meet 676 
it is my chief complaint 401 
Jesus be near 515; 

Jesus bless thy witness's 607 j 
Jesus by thy death 674! 

Jesus Christ, afford me 527, 
Jesus Christ, all praise 2771 
Jesus Christ I humbly 946 
Jesus Christ if thou wert 257 
Jesus Christ my life and 897 
Jesus Christ mysov'reign 239 
Jesus Christ O may I 499 
Jesus Christ thy body's 599 
Jesus Christ who is like 898 
Jesus for our call of grace 696 
Jesus fountain of my life 947 
Jesus from thy pierced 760 



No. 
Jesus in that very night 4il 
Jesus let us be thine own 667 
Jesus may I constantly 897 
Jesus may the blood 800 
Jesus 'midst thy flock 879 
Jesus my most faithful 454 
Jesus thine we wish to 170 
Jesus thou my Sheph'd 309 
Jesus 'tis with us thy 423 
Jesus to our hearts reveal 702 
Jesus unto me impart 823 
Jesus we bless thee, that 848 
Jesus we would fain exp. 880 
Jesus when I trace 56 

Jesus when we trace 665 
Jesus who before thy 768 
Jesus who hast called us 720 
Jesus who is like to thee 91 
Jesus with thy presence 604 
lead us in thy holy ways 612 
let thy blest angelic bands 949 
look on me, midst all my 825 
may I live to thee by 938 
may not one among us 668 
my body, soul and spirit 893 
my times are in thyhand 937 
of life, now sweetly 122 
of the harvest, laborers 734 
of the Sabbath, hear us 627 
of the worlds above 642 

of thy wondrous love 779 
our God ! May thy prec. 1 
our Highpriest and Sav. 601 
our matchless Friend & 168 
over All, sent to fulfil 202 
plant us all into thy death 764 
receive the thanks and 679 
should my path through 420 
speed the vessel in its 922 
take my heart just as it 302 
take my sinful worthless 304 
teach us how to pray 592 
the gifts thou dost bestow 916 
thou hast chosen us, that 510 



INDEX. 

No. 
652 
439 
710 
85 
752 
594 
1 237 



Lord thy body ne'er forsake 
thy body's Saviour 
thy Church's Rock 
thy deep humiliation 
to thy people aid disp. 
uphold me day by day 
we accept with thankfu 
we are thine, since thou 271 
we expect to suffer here 650 
we fain would trust thee 81 
what amazing love and 813 
what is man ! a clod of 
while my faith to thee 
whither can I sinner 
with thy glorious pres. 
Jesus who for me 
Love and grief my heart div. 

by whom I was ordain 'd 14 

caused thy incarnation 26 

he most strongly did 820 

is the golden chain that 412 

my advocate in heaven 14 

my life and my salvation 14 

so strikingly displayed 87 

thou me wilt raise to 14 

thy yoke I gladly carry 14 

who hast for me end. Death 87 

who hast &c, Keenest 14 

Lover of little children, thee 836 

Loving Jesus, holy Lamb 832 

Low at thy feet, O may I bow 833 

M. 

Make me a bosom fr'nd of thine 304 

me clean ; my whole nat. 443 

me walk in thy commands 488 

my calling and election 942 

my heart a garden fair 51 1 

us all one heart and mind 408 

Maker of all things, Lord our 47 

Man of sorrows, and acquainted 65 

May every drop of blood 779 

happy Mary's better part 858 

his presence constantly 600 

I be faithful to thy call 296 



946 
273 
940 
688 
354 
363 



No. 

May I be serious, childlike too 598 
I feel beneath my wrongs 291 
I grow in spirit daily poorer 978 
I hate a lying tongue 486 
I no more resist thy love 274 
I still enjoy this feeling 363 
it in our walk be seen 471 
it to the world appear 403 
Jesus Christ, the spotless 70 
Jesus' grace and blessing 890 
spirit, soul and body be 470 
that dear hand uphold me 887 
the grace of Christ ourSav. 172 
the stream from thee, the 804 
the tears and sweat of 978 
this deaden nature's incl. 978 
this each day be my empl. 356 
this ever blessed hope 986 
thy blest Sp'it to my heart 317 
to Jesus, while we're liv'g 806 
we a grateful sense retain 98 
we all be ever so disposed 476 
we all then stand before 44 
we always have in view 982 
we enjoy thy saving grace 915 
we faithful in our service 719 
we show forth continually 653 
we so captivated be 815 

we this testament fulfil 411 
we, tho' gifts be manifold 404 
we thy mind still better 838 
we to thee, in all our wants 315 
we to thee, our Shepherd 708 

May'st thou live, to know and 914 

Me for thy coming, Lord prep. 950 
heavy laden sinner hear 239 
nor the saints on earth can 245 
thy allseeing eye 292 

with thy gladdening oil an 't 296 

Meanwhile God the holy Spirit 872 
his promis's we trust 565 
I'll love and thank 117 
may I in spirit view 950 
our lot is fall'n in 339 



INDEX. 



No. 

Meek and lowly see your Sav. 44, 

patient Lamb of God 506 1 

they are to all mankind 4 03 

Meekness and true humility 857! 

humility and love 721 

Meet and right it is to sing 555 

Mention to him every want 535] 

Mercies multiplied each hour 636 

Mere mercy 'tis, that thou hast 297 

Met around the sacred tomb 116 

Methinks I hear them joyful 852 

Midst danger's blackest frown 559 

stormy days and nights 530 

the trials we experience 872 

Might all his loving heart but 225 

I in thy sight appear 247 

thy dying love, dear stiff. 1 14 

we all, Young and old 660 

with an iron pen 355 

Mighty God, we humbly' pray 471 

Mine is an unchanging love 401 

Mistaken souls, that dream of 264 

Moments of ecstatic pleasure 328 

Monarch of all, with humble 152 

'Mong pastures green, he'll 984 

More hard to bear the look unk. 407 

of thy presence, Lord imp. 590 

priz'd than gold, than gold 13 

than shepherd's faithful. 809 

Mortals with joy behold his 193! 

Most awful sight ! my heart 76! 

gracious Comforter, we 223 

gracious God and Lord 354 

hard, when brethren in 407 

holy and almighty Lord 3 

holy blessed Trinity 166 

holy Lord & God-Bless 126 

holy Lord & God-Grant 126 

holy Lord, mankind's 854 

merciful Saviour, who 169 

Mould me as clay, and fashion 242 

Mount Zion, where the Lamb 970 

Mourn whene'er thou hastforg. 535 

Mourning souls, dry up your 238 



No. 

Much forgiven, may I learn 291 
of my dubious lite is gone 876 
MyAll in all, my faithful friend 343 
My blessed Saviour, is thy love 378 
body 's weak, my heart unc. 926 
case to thee is fully known 458 
conscience felt, and own'd 284 
dear Red'mer and my Lord 69 
debt to thee, God, who art 97 
dying Saviour and my God 92 
faith shall triumph o'er the 963 
faith victorious now doth 972 
faith would lay the hand 285 
faithless heart, O gracious 455 
Father's house on high 997 
favorite theme is Jesus 353 
flesh meanwhile doth rest 946 
God, a man, a man indeed 64 
God, and can a needy child 940 
God, the spring of all my 896 
griefs and cares to thee 190 
guilt is cancelled quite, I 400 
happy lot is, here 943 

heart in thee, and in thy 437 
heart no condemnation fears 20 
heart shall triumph in my 624 
heart with fervour 641 

heart with love is glowing 79 
heart 's fixed on Jesus, 391 
Jesus is always desirous 391 
King, thy noble- statutes 423 
life I now to God resign 946 
life-supplying element 91 

lips shall be employ'd to bl. 841 
Lord andGod, Who hast for 977 
Lord, how great the favor 288 
lot of grace will be always 981 
loving friends, farewell, 927 
mind enlighten with thy 289 
only joy and comfort here 314 
portion is the Lord 265 

pray'r is : Jesus, let me h. 453 
pray'r sincere, while abs't 398 
Redeemer knoweth me 539 



INDEX. 



No. 
My Redeemer overwhelmed 78 
salvation, welcome be 34 

Saviour by his saving grace 989 
Saviour sinners doth rec. 225 
Saviour, that Iwithoutthee 498 
Saviour was betrayed 79 

Saviour's death and passion 94 
Saviour's pierced side 798 

Shepherd is the Lamb 810 
sin I feel, my guilt I know 21 
sins, as nurn'rous asthe s'ds 97 
song shall bless the Lord of 191 
soul, ask what thou wilt 588 
soul, awake and render 888 
soul before thee bow'd 335 

soul before thee prostrate 437 
soul believe and pray 588 

soul don't delay 422 

soul has gone too far astray 488 
soul obey the gracious call 18 
soul prepare to meet 779 

soul, then, with assurance 157 
soul's welfare he advances 155 
spirit now, with solemn, 73 
table he doth spread 810 

willing soul would stay 620 
yoke, saith Christ, upon 427 
N. 

Naked I came into this world 156 

Name for ever sacred 62 

^Nature's reluctance overrule 293 

Nay more ; the poor returns I 400 

Near Jesus' cross I tarry 353 

Nearer and nearer draw us st. 605 

Never may I depart from thee 16 

New every morning is the love 894 

New mercies each returning 894 

No condemnation now I dread 283 

drop of blood thou deem'st 90 

farther go to night, but stay 91 1 

fearless I'll in deed & word 718 

flaming sword doth guard 105 

I must my praises bring 58 

longer burns our love 212 



No. 

No man can truly say 215 

man of gr'terlove ean boast 378 

more with trembling hands 525 

mortal doth know 422 

my soul he cannot leave 945 

sinful man's endeavor 26 

voice but thine can give 426 

words can ever fully tell 819 

None can be so overwhelm'd 550 

from God so distant are 496 

God the Father's favor 499 

in his own wisdom trusts 403 

is so holy, pure and just 280 

Nor hath the King of grace 993 

is there any other way 280 

joy nor grief, nor time nor 923 

let thy word,so kindly sent 629 

Not all the angels of the sky 573 

all the blood of beasts 285 

one of Adam's race 19 

the labor of my hands 807 

the powers of earth or hell 552 

to the mount that burn'd 625 

Nothing but thy blood O Jesus 254 

else can ease our burd. 254 

in my hand I bring 807 

you in exchange need 231 

Nought but Jesus' grace, his 656 

can disturb this heir of 954 

can we do without thy 720 

in this world affords 314 

on earth can satisfy 392 

Now a new scene of time beg. 876 

all tears are wip'd away 961 

begin the heavenly theme 238 

behold him weeping, bl'g 78 

Now doth our Lord, the Son 182 

haste my soul, with awe 117 

I have found the ground 266 

I'll lie down, and safely 903 

is come our time sabbatic 778 

is his sympathizing heart 225 

let all say : Amen ! 975 

let us join our hearts and 929 



INDEX. 

Nov 



Now let us praise the L&rd 562, O 

Lord, who in this vale of 999 

may the very God of peace 667 

met to pray, and bless thy 6*27 

ready stand 96S 

rest in peace 958 

send the promised unction 639 

sing, thou happy church 180 

that my journey 's just 827 j 

the conflict is decided 475 

the song of all the saved 962 

the Triune God confess, 1008 

then before his face app. 556 

then my Way, my Truth 546 

then the sequel is well 546 j 

through another year 882 j 

through thy wounds, my 293 j 

to Bethle'm we're invited 44 j 

to the earth let these rem. 957 

to the Lamb upon the thr. 689 

while I speak, be pleased 830 

will I, like Mary 118 

with angels round the thr. 174 

with joyful songs appear 579 

with tears of love & joy 116 

with triumphal palms 984 

O. 

O at last I've found my Sav. 294 

baptize me with thy fire 440 j 

behold your Saviour wound. 88 

blest condition, happy living 505 

blest Redeemer, in thy side 766 

change my vile and stubb'n 826 

church of God lift up thy 797 

church of Jesus, now draw 790 

church rejoice, tho' trembl. 795 

church, thy strength abide 693 

cleanse me in a Savior's bl'd 448 

Comf ', G'd H G.— Thou h. 221 j 

Comf',G'dH.Gh., Thousc. 165J 

could we be resign'd and q. 158| 

could we but love that Sav. 399 j 

days of solid happiness 3331 

Dayspring from on high 204 



No 



dearest Lord*, take thou my SIS 
death, where is thy sting 1 951 
delightful theme, past all 78 
eternal Word 192 

exalt and praise the Lord 982 
Father of mercy, be ever ad. 169 
Father of thy people,we imp. 602 
Father, Son. & Holy Ghost 759 
Father us with pleas're own 598 
for a closer walk with God 446 
for a heart to praise my God 479 
for a thousand tongues to s. 572 
for grace our hearts to soften 377 
for thy name's sake, let me 239 
forgive each deviation 661 

form us all, while we rem'n 999 
fountain eternal, of life and 540 
from my heart, God H.Gh. 461 
give me Jesus, give me still 497 
give us that good part 676 

glorified head 783 

glorious hour, it comes with 92$ 
glorious Master of thy house 72 1 
G od, at thy command w r e rise 582 
God create my heart anew 21 
God how dreadful was thy 18' 
God my eyes with pleasure 4 
God mine inmost soul conv. 241 
God, my gracious God, to 895 
God of all compassion 255 

God of Bethel, hear our pr'r 922 
God of grace and love 593 

God of heav'n and earth, 611 
God of Israel, view their race 749 
God of mercy, grace and love 293 
God of our salvation 873 

God thou bottomless abyss 150 
God whose love, (imm'se in 297 
gracious God, bestow 562 

gracious Lord, thy name be 881 
grant me, thro' thy precious 493 
grant me, to desire the pain 528 
grant thy servant, thro' thy 727 
grant us new displays 67$ 



INDEX. 

No. 



O ground us deeper still in th. 372 
happy days, days mark'd 339 
happy lot, To dwell with Ch. 977 
happy lot, To live in blessed 977 
happy servant he 716 

head so full of bruises 82 

hearken to the healing voice 625 
holy Ghost, eternal God 211 
holy Ghost, kind Comforter 208 
holy Ghost, with power 763 
holy Spirit, Christ's bloodb't 602 
how beyond expression great 182 
how blessed are the mom'ts 597 
how blessed is the station 649 
how enraptur'd is my heart 370 
how excellent and fair 986 

how great, Are the blessings 347 
how great, how rich, how 253 
how happy they, who know 650 
how I long to go and see 927 
how 1 long with Christ to be 950 
how I love thy holy word 9 

how kindly has he led us 661 
how shall I thy goodness tell 235 
how shall words with equal 159 
how should those be clean 717 
how wond'rous is his love 460 
if the Lamb had not been 338 
if this night should prove my 907 
Jerus'em from God desc'ing 978 
I'm lost in deepest wonder 294 
Jesus Christ, enthron'd on 165 
Jesus Christ, most holy 669 

Jesus Christ, my Lord and 289 
Jesus could I always keep 452 
Jesus, everlasting God 322 

Jesus for thy matchless love 348 
Jesus 'fore whose radiation 273 
Jesus, God of my salvation 505 
Jesus, Jesus, my good Lord 443 
Jesus, Lord of heaven and 844 
Jesus, may our whole beh'or 899 
Jesus shorten the delay 960 
Jesus show thy great eomp. 273 



No. 

O Jesus were we thro' thy gr. 491 
Jesus wipe away my tears 447 
joy, all joys exceeding 389 

keep me contrite, low and p. 498 
keep our souls and senses 873 
keep thy banquet, Lord with 781 
King of glory, Christ the L. 277 
Lamb of God, for sinners 166 
Lamb of God, the book uns. 8 
let each member of thy fold 683 
let me thee behold in faith 356 
let me then at length be 451 
let me think how thou didst 420 
let my house a temple be 156 
let my soul with thee conv. 319 
let that faith which thou 267 
let thine unction on him rest 764 
let thy countenance, most 316 
let thy love our h'rts c.Jesus 405 
let thy love our h'rts c. That 68 1 
let thy pity thee constrain 379 
let thy Spirit stay with me 454 
let us always think thee near 485 
let us then before his throne 141 
let us then repeat the theme 182 
long expected day, begin ! 627 
Lord, accept my worthless 383 
Lord, afford a sinner light 242 
Lord, 'fore thee abas'd I fall 462 
Lord, forgive a sinful child 826 
Lord, grant my request 976 
Lord, how vile am I 249 

Lord, I'll treasure in my soul 378 
Lord, let thy countenance 673 
Lord, lift up thy count'ance 663 
Lord, my spirit faints 642 

Lord, preserve me sound in 550 
Lord, the contrite sinners f. 497 
Lord, this sacred day of thine 623 
Lord, thou great Highpriest 599 
Lord, thy everlasting grace 266 
Lord, we can rely on thee 526 
Lord, we'll bless thee all our 928 
Lord, who number'st all our 864 



INDEX. 

No. 



Lord, with such a heart as 42610 
love, all love excelling 386 

love divine, how strong, how 771 
love divine, what hast thou 106 
love, no human tongue can 181 
love, thou bottomless abyss 266 
love unbounded, refuge sure 524 
lovely Infant, thou art full 31 
majestic Being 558 

make each family a temple 869 
make us quite conform'd to 404 
may he so sensibly 600 

may his love our hearts insp. 325 
may I humbly onward m've 367 
may I in his love be blest 396 
may I look to Christ without 331 
may I never from thee stray 299 
may I never speak a word 826 
may I then of Christ this n. 904 
may I with submissiveness 499 
may it be our heart's delight 855 
may my soul on thee repose 906 
may our friends, thy servants 844 
may our Lord, the God of g. 71 1 
may our souls and bodies be 795 
may the beamings of thy g. 717 
may the sweet, the blissful 349 
may the witness-spirit rest 729 
may thy church, thro' thy 599 
may thy flock still more inc. 404 
may thy name still cheer my 61 
may thy word in christ'dom 604 
may we ever feel thee near 838 
may we ever walk with him 923 
may we Saviour, step for st. 315 
might all my wishes tend 139 
might I but resemble thee 825 
might I live in the enj'ment 90 
might thy dying love divine 91 
might we all, Lord God our 307 
most Mighty, most Holy 45 
multiply thy sowers' seed 713 
my dear Saviour, when thy 68 
my God, I come, oppressed 440 



No, 

my Saviour, Shield & Sun 58 
my soul, what means this 541 
mystery of godliness, wond. 849 
no, I shall in all things pr've 524 
rejoice, Christ's happy sheep 346 
Saviour, grant that each of 633 
send thy Sp'it down, to write 488 
sing again 111 

Son of God and man, rec've 71 
Spirit in the Godhead's thr. 702 
Spirit of grace 209 

Spirit of wisdom, of love and 169 
sustain us on the road 774 

take my heart, and whats'er 301 
take us up into thy arms 836 
teach us all thy perfect will 722 
tell me no more 422 

tell me often of each wound 402 
that all may seek and find 500 
that I could join their ador. 978 
that I may faithfully 419 

that I may so favor'd be 852 
that I might still more enjoy 477 
that I never might forget 452 
that I thus could always feel 100 
that in Jesus' ch., his bride 795 
that the Comforter would 224 
that the Lord would guide 488 
that the Lord's salvation . 750 
that such may be our union 410 
that the world might know 215 
that to this heavenly Strang. 65 
that we all could quite fulSi 820 
that we could forever sit 325 
that we his steps to follow 409 
that we with gladness of sp. 585 
the amazing demonstration 28 
the delights, the heavenly 195 
the happy hours I spend 392 
the love, wherewith I'm lov. 87 
the rich blessings which accr. 533 
the rich depths of love div. 380 
then turn to him and live 232 
therefore impart 209 



INDEX. 

No 



therefore Lord Jesus, permit 540 
this makes me think with 89 
timely happy, timely wise 894 
'tis the greatest happiness 67 
thou, before whose Father's 850 
thou God of our salvation 709 
thou lifegiving stream, the 213 
thou matchless source of 136 
thou our Maker, Saviour, 626 
thou the Church's Head and 702 
thou who didst the temple 639 
thou who givest all their food 884 1 
thou who nearest pray'r 593 j 
thou who out of sin's dark 653 
thou who pardon canst imp, 287 
thou who to redeem my soul 352 
thou whose human life for 489 
thou whose love extends 677 
thou whose mercies far exc. 667 
thou whose mercy guides 528 
well of life, we pant for thee 663 
were my whole mind 313 

were we freed from strange 795 
what a striking exhibition 768 
what a wretched heart have 825 
what blessings are fr. Jesus' 364 
what comfort flows, as from 351 
what happiness divine 801 

what is Christ to me 326 

what joy, O what joy await. 980 
what love is here displayed 122 
what peace divinely sweet 1 1 
praise in highest strain 748 

what songs of praises 975 

what would be my condit'n 441 
when will the time draw n. 139 
why should Israel's sons, 749 
wond'rous love, to bleed and 250 
world, see thy Creator 83 

ye heav'nly souls, full joys 978 
yes, having found in the L. 415 
yes, I feel I am forgiven 296 
yea, nor would I change my 651 
yes, what wrong to me is <L 407 



N*. 

Object not, I'm a wretch too 225 

O'er every foe victorious 754 

O'erwhelm'd with grief and 80 

Of all the crowns Jehovah h. 191 

Of all thou the beginning art 152 

each weight still more div. 662 

life, the fountain Thou 204 

nothing we have ever done 280 

this I am persuaded 519 

Oft as in spirit Chr. he views 472 

as the church the goodness 610 

as the precious seed is sown 629 

in his house his glory sh. 650 

to pray'r by night retreated 65 

was he hungry, spent and 64 

Often I call to mind the place 75 

oppress'd with human 64 

Oftentimes for thee I sigh 394 

On every soul assembled here 862 

fallen man he cast his eye 571 

him we'll venture all we h. 714 

his precious death and m'it 974 

me, my King, exert thy p. 444 

me, thy helpless worm, O 245 

my heart, thy wounds for 84 

that day of consummation 475 

the cross thy body broken 81 

thee, almighty Lord of h. 557 

thee, alone my hope relies 380 

this glad day a brighter sc. 134 

those who faithful prove to 426 

thy ransom'd congregation 662 

us he spent his life and b. 243 

us their parents grace 867 

what in weakness has been 630 

what joys celestial 975 

wither'd grass reclines thy 35 

Once more before we part 631 

One day amidst the place 620 

day is better 641 

of those sheep in deserts 15 

there is above all others 3? 7 

view Lord Jesus of thy 90 

wish, with holy transport 644 



One with Christ their head 
Onward then we gladly press 
Open ihe hearts of all who 
Oppress'd with guilt, a painful 
Or art thou at a loss 
Order my footsteps by thy word 
Other refuge have I none 
Others may seek satisfaction 
Our baptism first declares 

children, gracious Lord & 
conversation is in heav'n 
Counsellor we praise 
daily bread supply 
enraptur'd hearts shall 
eternal, kind Creator 
faith is feeble, we confess 
glad hosannas, Prince of 
God defends us day by day 
God is fully reconcil'd 
gracious Saviour, Head & 
guilt might draw thy 
hearts thou didst cheer 
heav. Father hear our pr. 
heav. Father hear The pr. 
heav. Father is not known 
heav. Father source of love 
Jesus shall be siill our 
lips would gladly mention 
Lord & Saviour doth att'd 
lot in future years 
lot of grace, how truly 
only stay is Jesus' grace 
pleasure and our duty 
Redeemer rose victorious 
Saviour was a lovely child 
souls and bodies feed, we 
souls & bodies Lord, prep, 
souls with inmost shame 
tables spread, our garners 
thankful tears then testify 
theme within the church 
thirsting can never, O 
trust is not in mortal hosts 
works and merits we disc. 



INDEX 

No. No. 

336 Our youth decay'd, his pow'r 569 
421 Ourselves dear Lord, we now 681 
218 Out of love and boundless 834 
237 of love he man created 874 

103 of mere grace, unmerited 28 

488 of the deep I cried 256 

553 of the deep I cry to thee 240 

294 Outcasts of men, to you I call 235 
762 Own thy congregation 675 

867 P. 

944 Pardon all our sins, O Lord 774 

43 Jesus, each transgr'n 908 

186 Lord ! and are there 291 

78 Parents, weigh before the Lord 865 

28 Patience, to watch, and wait 592 
272 Patient th' appointed race to 875 

57 Peace and goodwill are now to 182 
928 be to this congregation 690 

101 on earth, good will to 33 

130 on earth, heaven is proc. 46 

611 People and realms of every 753 
209 Perhaps with the aim 422 

702 Pervade, thou precious flood 779 

186 Pilgrims here on earth, and 901 
181 Pilgrims on earth, we here may 560 
170 [Plagues and death around me 537 

60 Pledge of the promise giv'n 214 
680 Plenteous grace with thee is 553 
857 Poor sinners sing the Lamb 146 
882 tempest-tossed soul, be 250 

687 tho' I am, despis'd, forgot 547 

643 'Pour out thy Spirit from on 715 
474 Powerful name of Jesus 62 

974 Praise be giv'n to Christ our 814 
824 for every scene distress'g350 

187 God, from whom all 886 
372 on earth to thee be giv'n 270 
678 our God ; it is but just 916 
885 the Lord. Bounteously 660 

67 the Lord ior on us sh. 37 

261 the Lord God our sal v. 37 

17 the Lord whose saving 37 

61lj tbe name of God most 1007 

714 to the slaughter'd Lamb 58i> 



INDEX. 

No. 



Praise ye then his glorious n. 616 

Praises, thanks and adoration 587 

Pray'r makes the darkened 595 

Precious bible, what a treasure 12 

Prepare a thankful song 198 

Present alike in every place 151 

your bodies to the L'd 308 

Preserve by thy almighty aid 605 

in constant love and 604 

my little heart secure 833 

O Lord, our garments 470 

Prevent rue, lest I harbor pride 891 

Princes to his imperial name 195 

Privations, sorrows, bitter scorn420 

Prophet, to me reveal 204 

, Prostrate before thy mercy seat 796 

Pursue my soul, the sacred in. 73 

Q- 

Quick as the apple of the eye 493 
Quickly, O Lord, thy angels 927 
Quiet Lord, my froward heart 164 
Quite alone, and yet not lonely 597 

R. 

Rais'd by the breath of love 875 

Raise again the joyful sound 616 

thy downcast eyes & see 228 

your devotion, mortal 144 

Reach out thy sceptre, king of 371 

Ready for you the angels wait 230 

our Saviour is indeed 263 

the Father is, to own 230 

the Spirit to impart 230 

Reality and solid ground 458 

Receive him, O Christ, as a 765 

our cordial thanks, O 2 

Redeeming Lord, O be thou 242 

Reflecting how our Lord and 324 

Refresh me Lord, with grace 910 

Rejoice in Jesus' birth 43 

my soul, God cares for 190 

my soul, thou soon 976! 

O church, the Saviour's 1301 

O heavens, and earth 22) 

our natureChrist assum's27 i 



No. 

Rejoice ye contrite hearts 767 

your conquering Sav'r 129 

Rely on God thy Saviour 157 

Remember him, who once app. 272 

thee, and all thy p. 794 

Remembering what our fathers 703 

Remind thy little flock too apt 411 

Renew thine image Lord in 202 

Renew'd in heart, we're then 470 

Repeat the solemn strain 998 

Resolve, my stubborn heart, & 242 

Resting in the silent grave 124 

Restraining pray'r, we cease 595 

Return my soul unto thy rest 359 

O holy Dove, return 446 

Revive our drooping faith 212 

thy work amidst the 703 

Revolvingseasons still proclaim884 

Rise, and your pilgrim path 796 

exalt, our Headland K. 652 

go forth to meet the Lamb 967 

my soui, and stretch thy 973 

my soul, shake oft" all s. 28 

Rivers to the ocean run 973 

Rock of ages cleft for me 807 

'Round each habitation hov'g 640 

his pierced feet I'll 390 

Tabor heavenly glories 95 

S. 

Sacred name of Jesus 62 

Safely thro' another week 636 

Sages, leave your contempi'ns 40 

Saints and angels joinM in 227 

before the altar bending 40 

Salvation be bro't unto God on 567 

thus did he obtain 104 

Save me from his treacherous 594 

me from liking what is 823 

Saving name of Jesus 62 

Saviour, breathe an evening 900 

if oi Zion's city 640 

of thy chosen race 247 

to my heart be near 252 

visit thy plantation 684 






INDEX 

No. 
Say, ye blest seraphic legions 38 
Scarce had Adam fall'n from 42 
Scorn'd and revil'd as was 431 
Screen me in each unguarded 507 



No. 

Should our minds to earthly 48 1 

self-complacency take 27 6 

they be early hence 851 

thy wisdom, Lord.decr. 594 
Search me, U God, and know 455: c,, „ . u ~ , , J . „._ 

^rJShow them what their ways 618 



out. discover and erase 449 

Searcher of hearts,thou knowst 306 

See from his head, his hands, "108 

from the rock the waters 802 

him bear his 

him set forth before your 229 

how the victors go 976 

my soul, God ever blest 66 

redemption, long expected 962 

the infant, in the manger 39 

the joyful shepherds round 914 

the Judge our nature 959 

the Son of God descend 42 

the streamsof living waters 640 

this transient mortal life 961 

where the servants of their 713 

world upon the shameful 97 

your Saviour in a manger 28 

Self-will, that cruel enemy 826 

Send down thy likeness from 299 

Servant of nil to toil for man 71 

Service, not gifts, thou dost 150 

Set on our breasts, thy Spirit's 835 

Shall [ thro' frarof feeble man 718 

I to soothe th' unholy th. 718 

we, whose souls are light. 755 

She too, who touch 'd thee in 272 

Shelter our souls most grac. 667 

Shepherd of souls, refresh & 697 

of thy blood-hought 618 

Shepherds in the fields ahid'g 40 

Should any one of serious fr. 263 

any think he's so hem. 263 

any virtuous seem to 276 

bitter be mixed with 540 

earth love its found at. 519 

I in earth's pleasures 394 

I thus to thee have cl. 65 

not I for gladness leap 808 

34 



us our poverty, relieve 210 

us some token of thy 1. 638 

Showers of Messing from the 719 

uie waters ou* .^ outwardl or in ^^ 526 

ross, in deep^/8 8igh ^ ^ to ^ j ^ fi 

Simple, teachable and mild 500 

Sin, my worst enemy before 624 

Since all that I meet with, shall 543 

he became my sacrifice 20 

z he o'er heav'n bears sov. 144 

he welcomes every soul 788 

Jesus freely did appear 862 

Jesus' body I have ate 816 

Jesus' pardon, love and 281 

nor end, nor hounds, 155 

our Saviour call'd us to 724 

thou our wretched, lost 470 

thou to me didst being 343 

'tis the Lord's command 588 

we can't doubt God's eq. 522 

we likewise may attain 982 

we, tho' unworthy 464 

Sinful we plead thy blood 593 

King Hallelujah, Christ doth 128 

Hallelujah, honor, praise, 370 

Hallelujah, praise the L. 1 000 

of his dying love 574 

praises to our risen Lord 129 

praises unto God on high 566 

we then, with angels s'g 41 

we to our God above 1003 

with awe in strains 89 

with glad anticipation 874 

with humble hearts your 350 

ye ransom'd to his praise 238 

Sinner hear thy Saviour's call 228 

Sinners come, the Saviour see 22fc 

hear the joyful news 232 



INDEX. 



No. 

Sinners in ourselves unworthy 441 

obey the gospel word 230 

rejoice he died for you 138 

who in thee believe 270 

would ye be healed 234 

wrung with true rep. 40 

Sin's rankling sores my soul 926 

Sin-sick souls repair for heal'g 656 

Sleep my babe ; thy food and 914 

So closely in mind 422 

long I'll pray below to live 841 

loved me the eternal God 75 

may I. each day. 397 

may the words my lips ex p. 13 

shall I walk the narrow way 242 

shaii my every pow'r to thee 152 | 

shall my walk be close with 446 

shall our lives thy pow'r 713 

shall thy servant's hopes be 639 

shelters Christ our Saviour 873 

when my latest breath 997! 

•Soft and easy is thy cradle 914 j 

."Sometimes thy rod may seem 161 1 

Songs of vict'ry to the Lamb 978! 

Soon as the Spirit shows 199 j 

as we draw our infant 21 

make us to be 515 

shall we hear him say 574 

will he wipe off every tear 923 

Sorrow, and pain and every 990 

Soul, at this most, awful season 777 

then know thy full sal v. 428 

Sovereign Ruler of the skies 537 < 

Speak, gracious Lord, my 450; 

O Lord, thy servant h. 5; 

Spirit of light, explore 217 

of truth, come down 215! 

of truth essential God 3 

Spread thy blessing, here and 666 

Steadfast in faith to Jesus cl've 521 

Still as we grow in years, in 836 

be thy wounds to me more 366 

may we hear that healing 859 

may we keep the aim in 843 



No. 

Still will I wait, O Lord, on 437 

Storms of trouble may assail 536 

Straight I upbraid my wandVg 45 i 

to Jesus' wounds and 441 

Strangers and pilgrims here 875 

Strength to grow and thrive 657 

Stripes and cruel mockeries he 78 

Strong let us in thy grace ab. 836 

Such unexampled, boundless 371 

was thy truth, and such 69 

Suffering Saviour,Lamb ofGod 774 

Sun of my soul, thou Saviour 902 

Sure, never, till my latest br. 284 

Surely, God is present here 139 

once thy garden flour. 684 

Sweet is the day of sacred rest 624 

is the memory of thy 151 

is the work, my God my 624 

majesty and awful love 195 

the moments, rich in 363 

truth, and easy to repeat 451 

Sweeter sounds than music 58 

Sweetlv mav we all agree 406 

T. 

Take full possession of my h. 43? 

Lord, all self from me, 298 

our poor hearts and let 295 

us under thy protection 662 

Teach me, my God and King 892 

me to live,that I may dr. 906 

me to show forth thy pr. 832 

me yet more of thy blest 402 

us to number so our d. 946 

Tell me. little flock beloved 65 

Ten thousand talents once I 400 

thousand thousand prec's 159 

Tender compassion may we 404 

pity, love sincere 403 

Thank God, towards eternity 936 

Thanks, adoration, glory.praise 736 

and praise, Jesus unto 347 

and praise, &c. Be ev. I 

be to thee, OLamb of 57* 

be to thee, who hast 947 



INDEX. 

No. 



Thanks dearest Jesus, for thy 898, 

for ever be 551 1 

for thy last heart-pierc.348, 

*for thy sufferings, t'rs 348 

for thy thirst. O Prince 348 ! 

to thee for all the care 834 1 

we give, and adoration 634 j 

Thanksgiving, honor, praise 561 j 

That blood which thou hast 249 

_ bond of love, that mystic 768; 

cause shall never suffer 643! 

dear blood for sinners spilt 107 

doleful night before his d. 772 j 

favor grant to us O Lord 889 j 

glory never hence depart 637 j 

grace upon us all bestow*839j 

he all who in him believe 183 j 

he as man might symp'ze 149 1 

he will guide us,whomno 533: 

f am thine, my Lord and 546 

love of thine, thou sin'rs' 400 

mighty power thou then 708 

mystery from ages seal'M 738 

peace which God alone 175 

rich atoning blood 588 1 

so, when angel-reapers c. 885 

soul and body on thy m'it 316 

spark ep kin died in my h. 454 

this redeemed happy flock 688 

thou for u* didst live and 8 

thou, O Lord, wilt stand 964; 

thousands by ©ur min'try 688 s 

truth and mercy, wheiie 533. 

way is holy; Christ'nstrue 242 

we never should forget 775 

were a grief I could not 547 1 

which is by the world est. 505 

which the law 7 could Jiave 331 

The almighty Former of the s. 380 

alm'ty Judge condemned 22 

alm'ty Lord of earth and 878 

angels whom his breath 928 

answer humb. thanks doth 37? 

.assembly which with th^e 143 



No 

The atonement ofthv blood ap. 92 
best return for one like 577 
breath which can the dead 797 
Bridegroom now appears 976 
Bridegroom of our souls 858 
calm retreat, the silent sh. 321 
cause of this. I know it w. 29 
child sweetly rests 853 

church above no other th. 991 
church on earth, in hm'Me 194 
church, thro' all her b'nds 559 
consecrated house we love 646 
cross, the cross, O that's 105 
daily favours of my God 156 
dearest idol I have known 446 
dew lies thick on all the 635 
doctrine of ^Christ's blood 276 
/doctrine of our dying L'rd 714 
dying thief rejoie'd to see 1 12 
eupment of Christ's flesh £20 
enj'ment of tiie flesh and 7:90 
Father from eternity 310 

Father sent his Son to die 211 
Father's equal, God the S. 194 
feeble souls thou dost sust. 221 
fire of love that burns with. 395 
fondest mother cannot h. 225 
gifts of Christ are so inest 331 
God of A brain praise, At 188 
God of A bram praise, Who 188 
God of mercies let us pr. 128 
God of peace to guilty m. 128 
God of peace you sanctify 71 1 
goodly land I see J 88 

gospel as a polish'd glass 8 
gospel in these blessed d. 738 
grace of our Lord Jesus 1 79 
graves of all his faints he 952 
great salvation of the L'd 648 
ground of my profession 519 
happy church of Christ 665 
harvest song w'ld we rep. 885 
hearing of thy precious 880 
heavenly hosts with awe 55f? 



The help of men and angels 
high and mighty ones the 
highest obligations 
Holy Ghost he sends 
HolyOne, made sin for us 
holy spotless Lamb of God 
hour of sleep is now at h. 
hours' decline and setting 
humble sinner's shame 
impression of what Christ 
joyful sound is news of g. 
just made perfect, now in 
King himself comes near 
Lamb of God, unspotted, 
] jamb was slain! both day 
Lamb was slain! let us ad. 
Lanib w r ho by blood our 
Lamb who dwells amidst 
load which caus'd us anx. 
Lord ascendeth up on high 
Lord be with me every wh. 
Lord bless and keep thee 
Lord descended from ab'e 
Lord first empties whom 
Lord hath ever to his flock 
Lord hath promised good 
Lord himself gave forth 
Lord is ris'n again 
Lord my Shepherd is and 
Lord who once on Calv. 
Lord's joy be our strength 
love I owe for sin forgiv'n 
love of Christ constraining 
love of sin departs 
loving Jesus passing by 
many drops of blood which 
meek, obedient, simple m. 
merits of thy death 
message as from God rec. 
mighty from their seats 
mighty God is he 
mist before my eyes rem. 
mo r e I strove against their 
more the Lamb of God 



INDEX. 

No.; No. 
426 The more thro' grace myself I 322 

499| mystery of redeeming love 317 

83 nightly watches would I 904 

198 J one thing needful, that g. 289 

22 J opening heav. around me 896 

277; patience, love, unwearied 653 

904 peace of God then fills the 333 

905 i prayers of the needy 596 
276 1 precious, all-atoning blood 805 
367 j precious flood 111 
262 i prince of glory bow'd his 129 
995 1 privilege to be with Christ 324 
6201 promise of immortal bliss 262 
584 1 purity our God requires 858 
564 1 reproach of Christ is glor. 429 
564| root of David here we find 48 
585 1 Sabbath is for man, that 698 
984! Saviour, O what endless 380 
526 i Saviour, whom they lov'd 852 
138; Saviour's blood and right. 277 
920! Saviour's ransom 'd race 575 
177 1 seraphim in light 559 
244 ! seraphim of God 930 
243 seraphim with sweetest t. 150 
556 1 sheep of Jesus, which were 22 1 
342 simple heart no care perpl. 505 
736 1 slaughter dLamb,my Sav. 93 
131 j soul, from sin for ever free 990 
375 souls that believe 422 
141 j sparrow 7 for her young 642 
722- spirit is flown 853 
400 Spirit which anointedChr. 643 
746 Spirit's witness, full and 459 
198 spirits of the just 951 

20 springs of salvation from 739 

599 spring's sw*eet influence. 883 

855 stony heart dissolves in t 105 

335 thieves expiring on each 102 

•229 thought of blood and wat. 80 

857 time will come 977 

43 unbounded love of my Cr. 31 1 

251 unworthiest of his friends 147 

140 vail of darkness rend in 719 

337 venerable train 559 






INDEX. 
No. 



The wakening trumpet all shall 960 
way the holy prophets w't 140 
whole creation join in one 570 
whole salvation of thy Son 183 
whole triumphant host 188 
wintry frost, the flowery 884 
wise men from the East 70 
word eternal did assume 24 
world and Satan rage 198 
world, sin, death oppose in 202 
worst of evils we can name 467 

Thee, gracious Lord, we now 838 
I adore, most gracious L. 423 
I exult to feel 214 

my God and King 185 
on evil's baleful day 552 
the angels ceaseless sing 568 
to approach with awe we 704 
weaddress in humble pr'r 915 
we approach mostgrac's 881 
will I love, my strength 388 
would I view, and duly 150 

Then after supper, took the cup 769 
after walking in thy w's 833, 
all grief is drown'd 312 

all old things will pass 972 
dig, we pray, about our 878 
ev'n in storms I thee shall 437 
Father, all thy family 751 
follow'd by a num'rous 92] 
his own hand shall wipe 963 

1 may go without alarm 829 
I shall be supremely bl. 925 
in a nobler sweater song 112 
keep us Lord from every 831 
let the last loud trumpet 952 
let our humble faith ad. 149 
let us adore him and give 567 
let us follow Christ our 427 
let us join the heavenly 130 
let us sit beneath his cr. 106 
let us thank him for his 837 
love break forth: Behold 23 
murmur not, but be res. 557 



No 

Then murmur not, nor mourn 691 

on clouds, in glory seated 44 

Saviour, then my soul 241 

shall I not be greatly m. 717 

shall I see, & hear, & 624 

shall our woe and grief 976 

shall we go from strength 267 

shall we in every state 471 

sup with us in love div'e 697 

the souls he join'd tog'r 409 

then to have recourse to 924 

tho' the worms my flesh 963 

tho' thou bend my spirit 528 

to all who have confessed 959 

when our work is fin'd 715 

while his favor to impl'e 828 

will be of ransom'd souls 770 

will I tell to sinners round 140 

Thence he arose,ascend'g high 952 

There as our advocate he r'ns 141 

dwells the Lord our K. 188 

hangs the Savior of m. 102 

happier bowr's than Ed. 971 

if thy Spirit teach the s. 321 

is asserted 641 

is a fountain fill'd with 112 

is a house, not made with 989 

is a path, that leads to G. 829 

like the nightingale, she 321 

mine eyes most certainly 945 

overwhelm'd with grief, 75 

saith the Saviour, I will 685 

shall our raptur'd tong's 574 

the rich bounties of our 785 

we to all eternity 1000 

where my blessed Jesus 992 

with trimmed lamps 475 

Therefore all his agony and p. 78 

I'll humbly cleave 265 

I'll thee adore 56 

my hope is in his g. 240 

my Sav'rs blood and 277 

my soul, delight no 499 

There's but a small beginning 734 



No. 



Thereto the church of Christ 930 1 

These are the wounds I bore 784 j 

thro' fiery trials trod 983 j 

varied mercies from ab. 883! 

were the unrelenting f. 251 j 

They are blessed with God's 418 j 

by theFather are esteem'd 225 j 

can cast by faith their c. 460 j 

praise the Lamb, who 929 

that are whole, need not 436 

that mourn, blest is their 418 

who feel their want and 809 

who have grace, our Sav. 398 

who him their Saviour kn. 460 

who hunger after Christ 788 

who Jesus' followers are 403 

who know our Lord ind. 460 

who see themselves und. 33 

who simply to him cl've 336 

with patience having run 982 

They're delighted, when they 403 

Thine earthly Sabbaths, Lord 627 

eye observ'd from far 185 

eyes be open on this 689 

is the kingdom, thine th' 187 

then forever be 186 

Think how on the cross hehung 228 

my soul, how great the 655 

not, 'tis time enough, n. 225 

This awful, blessed meditation 80 

be my support in need 252 

be our supreme delight 600 

child is therefore blessed 956 

confirms me when I'm w. 252 

day is holy to the Lord 695 

flock of Christ receiveth 712 

gives me comfort & relief 946 

gospel cheers the poor in 2 

grace, as long as life shall 352 

holy bread and wine 818 

I know with full convict'n 155 

infant rests now happily 953 

is my joy which ne'er can 546 

isth'day th'L. hath in. Let 621 



No. 

This is the day the L. &c.What 12? 

is the hand, that shap'd 887 

is the homage he requires 621 

is the man, th' exalted m. 195 

is the temple of the Lord 621' 

is the time, no more delay 229 

is the way I long had so't 140 

lamp, thro' all the tedious 10 

Lord, I do with many t. 36ft 

makes us all with one ac. 821 

mysterious heavenly bless. 778 

mystery every throne and 194 

night my long'g soul with 904 

now with heavn's respl. 714 

sacred word exposes sin 2f 

i ship we now commend to 922 

stone to thee in faith we 637 

territory 641 

unction may I ever feel 30% 

while on earth, we wiFl 337 

will I do, for thy love's s. 359 

will I do, thou Child div. 29 

wond'ious grace to place 765 

Those souls are Irtily blessed 789 

Thou art as ready to forgive 451 

art coming to a King 5>89> 

art destruction to the gr. 97 

art my daily Bread 204 

art my faithful Friend in 309 

art my inward Guide 214 

art my Life ; thy pow'r 309 

art our Father and our 183 

art ourShepherd, glorious 844 

art thyself the Seal 214 

art the Earnest of his 1. 216 

art the eternal Light 559 

art the eternal Source 557 

art the only Comforter 220 

art the Truth; in thee are 309 

art the Way; thy Spirit 309 

canst not by our eyes be 151 

Comforter and Guide of 213 

comfortest the heavy 211 

count'stthy children's s. 557 



INDEX. 

No No. 

Thou dear Redeemer, dying L. 60 1 Thou lov'st whate'er thy hands 151 



didst form me in the w'b 537 
dost deliver 641 ! 

dost thy sanctifying gifts 220 
drewest me with cords of 2931 
for our griefs didst mourn559 1 
for their sake who hated 16! 
for thy foes entreatest 79 j 
friend of sinners hear my 274 ! 
friend of sinners love me 444; 
God of covenanted grace 359: 
God of glorious majesty 241 ! 
God of mercy, thy salv. 881 1 
God of my salvation 79 

gracious Saviour, for my 833 j 
great Teacher, who inst. 222 j 
Guardian of thy lambs 835 j 
hast a tender sympathy 148 1 
hast cancelled my trans. 85 
hast kindly led us 675 j 

hast o'erthrown the foe 559 \ 
hast promis'd for our c. 871 j 
hast the world so greatly 183 j 
heavenly Teacher thee 223 1 
hidden source of calm 32:3 ; 
holy,spotl. L'b of G. Didst 16 j 
holy, spot!. L'b of G, My 506 j 
in grace hast look'd on 390 ] 
Jesus art my God & Sav. 80 
Jesus art our King 559 

know'st my insufficiency 950 
know'st which way to 444 
Lamb of God once slain 676 
Lamb once slain, thy f. 821 
Light divine, most grac. 208 
Lord art good, and thou 152 
Lord art light; thy nai. 152 
Lord art love; from thy 152 
Lord art present to my 895 
Lord must for thy sake 290 
Lord of life, fix thou my 117 
Lord tho' heav'n belongs 35 
Lord wilt not forsake me 445 
loving, all-atoning Lamb 244 



master of thy family 731 
monarch of All, thou L. 647 
O Christ, art all 1 want 553 
O Jesus, art a gracious 384 
of all nations the desire 598 
on my neck didst fall 185 
open'st us a door 665 

our Light, our Leading 581 
promis'd Comforter 214 

reign'st above, on heav. 197 
river of life, dost refresh 540 
Saviour of the world, gr. 735 
sayst, dear Jesus, all thy 319 
seestour weakness, Lord 162 
shalt see my glory soon 401 
source of love, I rest in 331 
source of love, thou sin. 371 
source of love, we pray, 677 
source of my salvation 79 
stretchiest to infinity 150 

the good Shepherd art 204 
the great victoriousLamb 4 1 9 
thy table spreadest for 792 
to purchase our salvati'n 350 
wast more spotless than 825 
when we sink, oppress'd 557 
with great tendernesss 148 
who a divine repast 812 
who art present with thy 815 
who didst love me first 335 
who in heaven art ador'd 499 
who in the days of thy 765 
who on earth the sick 605 
who so graciously didst 708 
whose name is inexpress. 666 
wilt be our Saviour, Red. 848 
Though all earthly joys be fled 336 
but a little child I am 823 
by nature I'm defiled 469 
by threatening storms 532 
Christ wns God, & all 824 
comf 'ted, they still dis. 281 
dark be my way, yet 543 



INDEX. 



No. 

Though destruct. walk around 900 

distresses now attend 541 

every child of God 265 

foes on every side as. 844 

heaven's his throne, he 243 

his majesty be great 228! 

I to mercy had no r'ht 374 

I'm a sinful creature 356 

I'm in body full of pain 925 

in the very form of God 378 

my ransom price he p. 291 

nature's str'gth decay 188 

now he is not here bel. 828 

often of encumbering 889 

pinch'd with poverty 615 

press'd weneed noty. 198 

rough and thorny be 542 

seated on thy Father's 145 

sensual hearts, unch. 622 

sin with us doth much 240 

ten thousand ills beset 541 

the night be dark and 900 

thou hast but little st. 654 

vine nor fig-tree neith'rI63 

waves and storms go 266 

we are guilty, thou art 632 

weak and poor, I am 498 

Thousand times by me be gr. 84 

Thousands, O Lord of hosts, 635 

Thrice hless'd and happy he 642 

happy is the feeble soul 545 

happy they, who by ex. 340 

happy they, who in this 938 

Through all eternity to thee 159 

ev'ry period of my life 159 

grace afford us 641 

hidden dangers, toils 159 

him alone we live, for 564 

his atonement's pow. 513 

many dangers, toils 342 

the day, thylove hath 901 

thee, who all our sins 875 

this vain world he g. 153 

thy grace may we alw*360 



No. 

Thus Abraham was sav'd by 277 

by thy pow'r I here sh. 293 

I may safely venture 829 

Mary could with cheerf. 857 

may we as thine anoint. 662 

might I hide my blushing 99 

our bliss will last forever 704 

penitents who die to sin 766 

preserv'd from Satan's 164 

strengthen'din the inner 727 

the soul at once obtain. 279 

while his death my sin 284 

will my wants be well 950 

will our infant tongues 838 

Thy bitter death shall sweeten 947 

blest people, trusting in 707 

blood preserve my garm. 506 

blood shall wash our garm. 1 30 

blood so dear and prec's 110 

blood thy blood the deed 356 

body broken for my sake 794 

body slain for me 779 

bounty gives me bread w. 156 

chastisements are nought 557 

child so minded ever keep 315 

closet enter, pray and sigh 521 

communion's celebration 777 

covenant to man secures 884 

cross and saving name 335 

cross, thy shame, thy ag. 395 

faithful servant may he p. 764 

faithfulness eternal 157 

faithfulness I oft have pr. 454 

favor gives me daily br'd 830 

flesh to us a pledge is g. 768 

former misspent time red. 886 

gifts, blest Comforter 214 

gladdening oil thou dost 221 

glorious gospel spread thr. 735 

glory be to all the world 658 

goodness, as thy pow'r, is 599 

grace thou freely dost best. 663 

gracious call invites me s. 297 

Holy Spirit with us leave 813 



INDEX. 

No. 



Thy hoiy unction pow'r affords 220; 
incarnation, wounds and 277' 
joyful spirit give me pow'r 239 
law is perfect, Lord of l'ht 13 1 
law O Lord, be my delight 492 
love and mercies all exc. 393 
love haththaw'd my froz. 251 ; 
love is great beyond all m. 771 
love unchanging is our c. 463 
love which always is the 371 
majesty, how vast it is I94j 
mercies and thy faithfuln. 382 
mercy is our only stay 663 
mercy Lord, to us dispense 733 
mercy may I ne'er forget 352 
mercy ne'er from me rem. 356 
mercy sweetens every s. 746 
name dispels my guilt & 100 
nature, gracious Lord imp. 479 
pow'rful presence, Lord 721 
precious blood for sinners 813 
presence, gracious God a. 628 
promise is my only plea 250 
providence is kind and 1. 154 
providence my life sust'd 159 
purposes of love remain 463 
sacred body thou didst g. 813 
Spirit grant, that I disc'n 161 
Spirit's powerful aid imp. 623 
stripes have me, a sinner, 947 
suffering life I cannot tr. 68 
sufferings Lord, each sac. 772 
sufferings then and bitter 352 
sweet communion charms 211 
thoughts are high & soar 161 
thoughts of peace o'er me, 376 
thoughts of peace o'er us 604 
unction, O may I obey 598 
wisdom scatters, Lord m. 161 
wondrous love to evidence 97 
wounds present to our f. 362 
youth unspotted, full of g. 839 

Till death's pale ensigns o'er 98 
fix'd within thy courts ab. 622 



No. 

Till fleeting time shall have an 573 
1 shall once behold thy f. 356 
563 
593 
563 
§63 
776 
59 
530 
563 



permitted hence to go 
sav'-d from all annoy 
that time mine eyes I'll 
the day, when I shall tr. 
the hour shall come with 
then I would thy love pr. 
then tho' clouds inclose 
to heav'n I go in peace 
we in heav'n shall take our 223 
we the Lord our Right'sn. 820 
we with angels join to s. 612 
Times of sickness, times of h. 537 
temptation's pow'r 537 
undefin'd dimensions 369 
'Tis by you they should be led 865 
done, my God hath died 358 
done, the precious ran'm's 1 04 
evident, that Jesus loves 396 
faith that changes all the 264 
faith that conquers earth 264 
finish'd now 7 I 1 1 

hard the worldling's scoff 407 
he my Saviour, Jesus Chr. 946 
he my soul, that sent his 569 
heav'n on earth by^ faith 319 
heav'n on earth to taste 318 
his almighty love 575 

his body and his blood 776 
my happiness below 529 

myst'ry all ; my Maker 283 
not the sleep of death 691 
not the stilly calm 691 

only this which Christ of 300 
our desire to follow thee 663 
pleasant to believe thy g. 989 
strung and tun'd for endl. 1 1 2 
sure, that awful time will 960 
sure, that by his bitter p. 261 
that the kindness of our 533 
the desire of all our hearts 736 
the most blest and needf. 314 
then, with happy John I 361 



INDEX 

No. 



? Tis thine alone, to change the 450 
'Tis thine, my daily bread, that 887 
thine, my God, the same 886 
thine, to cleanse the heart 212 
thro' the grace thou dost 324 
well, it shall my glory be 400 
To all my weak complaints 159 
avert from men God's w'th 775 
be his priests and witness. 565 
belong to Christ our Sav'r 508 
Christ, th' anointed King 201 
Christ we homage pay 705 
comfort men, was his del. 64 
day we celebrate the birth 36 
dig the ground, they thus 713 
each thy sacred word appl. 628 
Father, Son & H. Ghost 1005 
faint, to grieve, to die for 420 
faith reveal the things uns. 635 
gain remission of our sin 240 
God let all the human race 928 
God on high, all glory be 165 
God our Immanuel made 55 
G-d the Father, God the S. 612 
God the Father's throne 1002 
God the Judge of quick and 625 
God the only wise 575 

God we render praise 998 

God we render thanks and 24 
heaven's bright realms he 571 
him I wholly give 292 

him I yield my life andbr. 946 
him poor sinners may app. 280 
him we owe our breath 882 
him who ever doth abide 561 
Jesus, our exalted Head 571 
look to Jesus, as he rose 268 
love thee Lord, ah ! this 358 
our Redeemer God 575 

our Redeemer's glorious n. 349 
rest I now again retire 912 
scorn the senses' sway 892 

seek in earthly things for 318 
spend one sacred day 642 



No. 

To such he saith: Arise ! and 276 

the dear fountain of thy hi. 18 

the Father render praises 168 

the hills I lift mine eyes 552 

the soul that seeks him 478 

thee, almighty God, to thee 837 

thee God Holy Ghost we 223 

thee I make confession 256 

thee Lord Christ, all praise 145 

thee O Lord, in faith I t'n 926 

thee O Lord, our righteous. 663 

thee O Lord our wants are 633 

thee our Shepherd, ever k. 687 

thee our vows with sweet 863 

thee with guilt oppress'd I 374 

them in each distressing h. 650 

thy care ourselves we now 664 

thy divine abode 642 

watch and pray, and never 715 

world and sin they bid ad. 281 

you he calls : my goodness 231 

Together with these symbols, 786 

Trespasses in word or thought 291 

Triumph and reign in me 196 

True faith obeys its author's 264 

faith receives the offer'd 262 

Truly blessed is this station 363 

that eventful day 42 

Trusting his mild staff always 808 

in thy Saviour's m't 955 

Tune all your notes to songs 310 

Turn my soul unto thy rest 535 

'Twas by an order from the L. 4 

grace that taught my h. 342 

then the children join'd 845 

thus he suffer'd, tho' a 420 

to save thee, child from 914 

U. 

Under sorrows and reproaches 959 

Unexampled is that love 539 

Unfeigned thanks receive 335 

Unhappy those, who turn away 24 

United firmly by thy grace 405 

Unnumber'd comforts to my s. 159 



INDEX. 



No. 

Unspotted robes you wear 767 

Until the hour shall strike at 950 

Unto Christ's congregation in 213 

Jesus' cross I'm now ret. 114 

my heart, when speech 947 

ourselves no praise is d. 725 

the Lamb of God 292 

us thy name's sweet sav. 175 

Upon that dear majestic head $95 

the bridal pair look down 862 

the cross he died 198 

the cross I see him bleed 268 

thy call I'm here 779; 

Us deliver from the world and 860 

into closest union draw 405 

thy congregation own 776 • 

V. 

Vain are all efforts of the m'd 449 

are all other helps beside 287 

are our fancies, airy 264 

delusive world adieu 320 

Vanquish our lusts, our pride 211 

Veil'd in flesh, the Godhead 41 

Vile worm, shouldst thou ref e 242 

Visit then, this soul of mine 205 

Vouchsafe to be present, thou 765 

Vying with the heav'nly choir 555 

W. 

Waft, waft, ye winds, his st'y 755; 

Wait still on God, my soul, 520; 

Walking, speaking, in devot'n 65! 

Wand'ring in sin, our souls he 650 j 

Warrior, on thy station stand 744 j 

Was ever grace, Lord, rich as 146 

ever grief like thine 96 

it for crimes that I had 99 

there nothing but a m. 914 

Wash me, and make me thus 92 

Watch by the sick, enrich the 902 

'tis your Lord's comm. 716 

Water and blood in streams 765 

the body laves 762 

Waters of life hence may I dr. 484 

We adore thee evermore 360 



No. 

We all have reason to rejoice 30 
all know, who* and what 372 
all say Amen; deeply b'd 166 
are baptiz'd into thy death 83tf 
areforgiv'n and reconcil'd 819 
are, if we in thee believe 470 
are redeem'd 1 1 ] 

are travelling home to G. 421 
behold in him our brother 48(^ 
bless the L., whose tender 571 
bow before thy throne 206 
covenant with hand and 434- 
dead in sins and trespass. 23 
deeply bow'd, can nought 373 
entreat, Lord, lift up thy 660 
for whom thou once wast 774 
hail thy day of rest, O I* 622 
have no other trust 593 

humbly thank thee, Lord 918 
humbly thee adore and p. 165 
in one covenant are join'd 417 
in this world no city have 939 
join together heart and h. 820 
know, that in our flesh 436 
know the righteousness 280 
know the Shepherd's love 280 
know thou never canst f. 148 
magnify thy grace, pure 161 
meet at thy command, O 685 
now no longer need rem. 856 
now return each to his t. 695- 
now with the angels unite 849 
O Jesus, claim thy special 860 
on his sacred body feast 784 
own and bless thy grac. 883 
own there's nothing good 831 
perish if we cease from p. 592 
praise thy name, that we 844 
pray thee bless them all 723 
pray thee, fill us all with 213 
pray thee let the heav'nly 92& 
pray thee O Being, most IT 
pra}^ thee wounded Lamb 295 
rest in Christ, and yet d. 276 



INDEX. 

No. 

We see his beauty and admire 617| Wha 

see in hearts, as cold as 7371 

shall see our Lord return. 874! 

share our mutual woes 41 3| 

sing and we hear,how our 849 j 

sing thy praise, exalted L. 146 1 

sinners humbly crave 678 1 

sinners void of good 355 ! 

steadfastly this truth m'nt. 714] 

thank thee for thy day, 615; 

thank thee that thou wilt 848 

thee entreat with one ace. 720; 

thirst. O Lord, give us this 278 1 

this offer'd Saviour needed 38 ! 

thy little flock adore 568 j 

too shall join the choirs 988 1 

tread on consecrated gr. 416 j 

walk by faith of joys to 989 1 

who here together are as. 701 1 

will dwell on Calv'ry'sm. 475 1 

wish to afford 209; 

with joy confess, beloved 871 1 

would not live b} 7 bread 697; 

We're poor and needy; ne'erth. 857 i 

We've no abiding city here 875; 

Weak, helpless babes 'tis true, 373; 

is the effort of my heart 59 j 

Weep, Zion, weep ! in death's 121 1 

Welcome all, by sin oppress'd 238; 

among thy flock of 702 j 

blessed heavenly str. 45 

O welcome, noble 36 j 

sweet day of rest 620 j 

thou source of every 31 j 

We41 art thou leading, Guide 161 

might the sun in darkn. 99 

pleas'd those little ones 828; 

pleas'd thro' Jesus Christ 621 i 

Were half the breath thus v. 595; 

health, and strength and 550 

What affords the christian w. 745 

am I Lord, that thou so 68 

anguish has that quest. 426 

are our works, but sin 295 



No, 
tare the mines of shining 9 
are these in bright array 983 
are we 1 what do we p. 557 
brought us together] w. 415 
can from Christ me sep. 524 
can we now give to thee 360 
can we offer thee,OLord] 713 
can we poor sinners do 774 
comfort, what supreme 648 
ecstatic pleasure 975 

gainst thou by thy anx. 158 
good news the angels br. 33 
grace, what great benev. 24 
happiness — what joy & 996 
heavenly joy and consol. 987 
heights, what depths of 47 
here sick's, &c. There o'er945 
here sick's, &c.There w. 986 
human mind can trace 73 
is created by our God 556 
is his covenant of love 533 
is it keeps me back 248 

is it that makes us stand 647 
is my anchor] if you ask 525 
joy or honor could we h. 280 
love can be compar'd w. 423 
my soul, should bowthee 535 
off'rings shall I bring to 29 
peace divine, unutterable 340 
peace do we derive, wh. 599 
peaceful hours I once 446 
praise to thee my Sav. 917 
praise unto the Lamb is 362 
rich returns of thankfuln.653 
secret hand at morning 887 
shall I feel, when I 976 

shall I now give to thee 42 
shall I render unto thee 359 
shall we pay our heav. 785 
shall we say for this thy 148 
should I do, a sinner v. 257 
songs of everlasting joy 947 
sorrows may my steps 827 
splendid rays— of truth 398 



[NDEJT. 

No. 



What strikes,0 wounded I/b 352, Wh 
sure prophecies foretold 42 
thanks I owe thee, and 321 
the fathers wish'd of old 34 
thou shalt to-day provide 164 
tho' the world foaraeth & 391 
tremblings seize the trav. 531 j 
undeserved favor 3531 

various hindrances we 595 ! 
wonder in the soul takes 372 \ 
Whate'er I am, whate'er I do 466 \ 
I ask, I surely know 522 j 
is carnal thro' thy g. 472 
thou wilt, thou Lord, 151 
Whatever honors thee our L. 470 ! 
When a sinner in affliction 2791 
all my labors o'er in f. 343 
all our labor here is o'er 734 ! 
all thy mercies, O my 1591 
all with awe shall stand 960 
angels by transgression 929 
any turn from Zion's w. 426 
brethren dwell in unity 416 
by adversity I'm tried 527 
children blest by Jesus 956 
children honor Jesus th. 837 
Christ in majesty shall 194 
Christ once crucified 930 
Christ our life, shall 269 
Christ our Sav. did asc. 143 
Christ our Sav. lives & 330 
conscious sinners trem. 965 
darkness long has veil'd 451 
doubts and fears, a gl. 343 
duly J weigh 397 

each can feel his broth. 4i2 
earth and hell's malic. 98 
faith and hope shall c. 810 
lill'd with humble shame449 
first before his mercy s. 542 i 
flesh decays, when vigor 924 1 
free from envy, scorn & 41 2 j 
from the curse he sets 264 1 
gathering clouds around538 1 



No. 



ien having been with guilt 453 
he applies his healing b. 243 
he came, the angels s 58 
he lived on earth abased 377 
his hour strikes for rel. 536 
his name was quite un. 523 
his Spirit leads us home 238 
I am conscious truly 442 
I by faith my Saviour 100 
I depart, my latest breath 9 1 
1 hence depart 203 

I leave this world in p. 979 
I shall gain permission 948 
I shall permitted be 979 
I shall yield my dying 947 
I review my misspent 239 
I survey the wondrous 108 
I visit Jesus' grave in 123 
in ecstasy sublime 368 

in our blood we lay 882 
in the bosom of the earth883 
in the night I sleepless 906 
in the slippery paths ot 159 
Jesus into Salem rode 846 
Jesus' suffring life we 67 
■ ove in one delightful 412 
my faith is faint and s. 12 
my Jesus from the cr. 364 
my mind pursues this 311 
nature fails, and day 159 
O when, shall I have 987 
on Calvary I rest 368 

on Sinai's top I see 368 
on the breast we hung 882 
pining sickness wastes 924 
pride would stir within 498 
rising from the bed of 964 
rising winds and rain 275 
shall I gain the glorious 269 
shall that hour of grace 751 
^ hall these eves thy h. 971 
shall thine hour, dear 751 
simplicity we cherish 504 
simply we obey his v. 857 



When sorrowing o'er some st. 
the Lord appears 
the Lord's disciples s. 
the morn shall bid us 
thee in faith addressing 
thou art near, I must 
•thou, dear Jesus, wast 
thou my Sav'r shaltapp. 
thou shall on Zion st'd 
thro' his merits we obt. 
thus I cried in deep d is. 
thus the blessings of his 
thus we contemplate 
to the cross I turn mine 
vexing tho'ts within me 
we before our Sav's face 
we commemorate his 1. 
we have fail'd, and d. 
we on his faithfulness 
we thy boundless love 
we thy mercy weigh 
with him my Lord, in 
with sense of guilt opp. 
worn with sickness oft 
W hene'er I mourn — and humb. 
we to mankind proc. 
Whenever my frail nature s. 

we in holyco&temp. 
Where is the blessedness I kn. 
is this infant ] it is g'e 
my Redeemer's blood 
shall my wond'ring soul 
should I turn, or how 
thou hast thy work beg. 
two -or three with sweet 
Where'er I thee this day did 
Wherefore we love the Lamb 
Wherein is for children true 
Whether the period of this 1. 
Which of all our friends to 

teaches me to know thy 
Who would not now pursue 
W 7 hile here I live by faith 

here on earth I still rem. 



INDEX. 

No. No. 
538 W r hile here on earth I'm living 83 

312 human nature doth ex. 276 

139 I draw this fleet'g br'th 807 

636 I hear this grace revl'd 107 

596 I know his providence 523 

393 j Judah views his birthr. 74$ 

825 like a tide our minutes 160 

71 Muses stood, with arms 595 

419 passing thro' this shad. 531 

472 | rich and poor for m'cy 621 

269 successive years are w. 874 

281 the broad road, where 829 

333 the pilgrim travels 931 

794 the trou bled soul is s. 279 

538 thus thou feed'st the p. 76H 

784 we anticipate the day 98H 

784 ! we at honest labor toil 526 

338 we deeply humbled 464 

654 we take our seat 483 

373 we thy past dealings 438 

'355 with her sweetest fTers 26 

311 with repenting tears 767 
246 | Whither shouid I sinner flee 937 
159 | Who can condemn s. Ch.hath 524 

.398 i cau cond*n since Chr. was 128 

734 <can describe the lovelin. 64 

352: can rehearse most grac. 880 

602 can thy operations trace 221 

446 can to love his name f. 9H 

953 doth preserve our life 557 

782 early, by a living faith 851 

235; for Israel's consolation 870 

550 1 hath thee thus abused 83 

618^ m Jesus Christ abideth 504 

685 j is so fall of tenderness 461 

905' sincerely loveth Jesus 504 

261 spread the lofty firmam't 557 

84:9 j thro' Christ's blood rem. 474 

938 i to Jesus humbly cleaveth 504 

377] would still such mercy 226 
302 Whoe'er to me will come 236 

405 would spend his days 332 
976 Whom, dear Redeemer, dost 372 
277 Why art thou afraid to come 22^ 



INDEX. 

No. 



Why do we mourn departing 952, 
is his body rack'd with 101 j 
need we mourn as in d. 557! 
should I complain then 543 
should I shrink from p. 971 
should we fear to trust 951 
should we tremble to con.952 ; 
Wide as the world is thy com. 756 
Will he forsake his throne ab. 282 
Wisdom and pow'r to Christ 51 
and zeal, and faith 715 
With a mind from earthly 1 14 

all our errors and mist. 338 
ardent longing at thy f. 598 
awe and deeply bow'd 54 
awe and reverence 'fore 197 
cheerful heart I close my 90? 
contrite tears I thee adore 352 
deep reverence w r e draw 778 
deeply humb'd hearts we 258 
tire and with spirit end. 741 
gladness they obey his 928 
gladness we will follow 730 
glorious clouds encomp. 282 
God my habitation 93 

heart and hand you now 711 
heavenly wisdom me en. 727 
humble faith on thee I 450 
joy I still discover 888 

joy we hasten to the pi. 615 
joy we meditate the grace 149 
longing eyes thy creaturesl51 
love's ardor to be fired 409 
my Jesus I will stay 392 

my sins' heavy load opp. 80 
new life endow'd by Chr. 476 
power from on high en. 688 
pining sickness I decay 927 
pity view me at thy feet 6 
pity we can look on those 281 
pleasing grief & mournf. 284 
thanks before the Lord 576 
the deepest adoration 84 

?he same faith our bosom 431 



No. 

With thee, and these, forever 626 

thee. Lord, while I rem. 991 

these my happy lot is 546 

thy presence. Lord our 176 

us. in Jesus, to be one 711 

what unwearied faithfuln.457 

Within these walls let holy p. 638 

thy temple where we 715 

Without a consciousness with. 461 

beginning or decline 191 

thy blessing how could 733 

thy favor while I live 455 

Witness here to all around tb. 659 

true and faithful 438 

Woe then to him, that hath 969 

Wonders without end we see 460 

Work with them and confirm 639 

Worship, honor, pow'r and bl. 583 

Worthy O Lord, art thou 196 

the Lamb that died. 570 

the Lamb that every 576 

Would the world our passport 740 

the world with gay all. 86 

we by our behaviour 513 

we for those things only 858 

we inw T ard peace enjoy 496 

Wounded head, back plow'd 89 

Saviour, full ofgr. 116 

Y. 

Ye angels round the throne 178 

bottomless depths of God's 17 

chosen people of the Lord 856 

fearful saints, fresh courage 5 1 7 

followers of the slaughter'd 799 

heavy-laden, sin-sick souls 231 

mourning souls look upw. 144 

pilgrims on the road 574 

purchased souls, Christ's 856 

saints in glory, who with 200 

servants of God. your great 567 

servants of the Lord 716 

sinners, in the gospel trace 233 

sinners, who with grief 19 

spirits of the just above 060 



INDEX. 
No. 



Ye that feel quite poor and n. 28 

virgins, be 968 

who called to Christ's serv. 719 

who freely offer praises 661 

who in Christ believe 767 

who Jesus' death proclaim 652 

who Jesus' patients are 934 

who long, alas ! have been 238 

who love him, cease to m. 132 

who profess his sacred n. 556 

who see the Father's grace 238 

who with deep contrition 26 

who with your Lord are r. 767 

Yea Amen ! pardon'd sinners 980 

his condition 641 

Lord, we wish to cast 882 

only he, who feels 199 

should it ev'n to man app. 431 

when I see in spirit 442 

Year after year commences 873 

Yes. gracious Savior, I believe 823 

Lord, we will remember 769 

my dear L'd, in following 546 

since God himself hath s. 544 

thou art precious to my 61 

when this flesh and heart W42 

with grateful hearts' sen. 661 



Yet clouds will incervene 

countless are his promises 
doth her inmost soul rej. 
faintly to us mortals here 
'fore thee, Jesus, 1 must 
I enjoy thy grace 
let by faith my penetrat'n 
let me not thy grace abuse 
Lord, we humbly venture 
Oh ! how faithless is my 
O rejoice, with heart and 
one thing will I ask of 
since the Lord forgave my 
still the servants of their 
still we wait the end 
tears of grief at times bed. 
this acknowledgm. I'll 
this is confess'd 
thou alone hast pow'r I 
we are of defects aware 
when I think what patient 
when my Sav. I shall see 
while we with joy adore 

Young childreu once to Jesus 

Z. 

Zion, where God records his 



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IV 

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296 

214 

27:J 

444j 

831 

444 

12;j 

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713 

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577' 

422 

426 

903 

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